Cook

Cook Status: Full-Time, Part-Time Shift: Various Location: Three Fountains - 835 Crater Lake Ave, Medford, OR 97504 Employee Perks Tuition assistance Mentorship opportunities Career development Employee assistance program featuring counseling services, financial coaching, free legal services and more Generous employee referral program Paid time off/sick leave (rolls over annually) 401K retirement plan with employer match Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage Access up to 50% of your net earned income before payday The primary responsibility of a Cook is to prepare food to assure that quality food services is provided at all time.
Responsibilities Serve meals that are palatable, appetizing in appearance and in accordance with established portion control procedures, on a timely basis.
Inspect diet trays; work with the facility’s dietitian and process diet changes received from Nursing Services.
Coordinate food service with other departments.
Ensure that food and supplies for the next meal are readily available.
Ensure that menus are maintained and review menus prior to preparation of food.
Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis.
Qualifications Experience in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred.
Must have a Food Handler’s Card.
Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
Must be knowledgeable of food preparation procedures.
Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.
Avamere Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify Licenses & Certifications Required Food Handlers Card