Healthcare Services Group

Overview Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) typically services long term care and nursing facilities and is now hiring a Cook in your area! HCSG has a custom, state of the art training program! Position Summary The Cook prepares and serves food including texture modified and therapeutic diets according to the facility menu. Prepares food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, in line with our established policies and procedures, and, as may be directed by the Dining Services Director or Chef, to ensure that quality food service is provided at all times. The Cook assists in assuring proper receiving, storage, preparation, serving, sanitation, and cleaning procedures are followed. The Cook must be detail-oriented, well-groomed, act professionally and must be a team player who works well with others. The Cook must assist dietary aides as necessary, and, directs other employees with approval and in the absence of the Dining Services Director. The Cook consistently embodies the characteristics necessary to drive the Companys Purpose, Vision, Values, and DNA. Qualifications A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Specialized training in foodservice is desirable. May be required to successfully complete an approved sanitation and safety course. Ability to read, speak and understand English, follow directions and complete tasks. Ability to follow time schedules for meal preparation and serving. Maintains a neat, clean, well-groomed appearance. Dependable, with experience working in facilities utilizing quantity food production methods. General knowledge and understanding of nutrition. Ability to read and accurately apply requirements of food tray cards. Ability to maintain records and complete reports as required. Written and oral communication skills. Knowledge of quantity food production and serving techniques, food safety/sanitation requirements and procedures. Ability to interact positively with residents, client and other personnel and the public. Associated topics: baker, banquet, cocinera, cocinero de la parrilla, cocinero de produccion, dinner, restaurant cook, sandwich, stove, wok cook