Cook Supervisor

Apple Rehab•Shelton, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Apple Rehab Shelton Lakes is a 106-bed skilled nursing facility specializing in short-term rehabilitation. The Cook Supervisor oversees dietary department personnel and helps ensure established policies and procedures are followed. The role prepares and serves resident meals in accordance with diet orders and works with the Dietary Manager to meet resident needs. It also supports production planning, food and equipment purchasing and storage, and preparation for facility special events. The Cook Supervisor helps ensure meals are appealing and high quality while staying within budget. The position uses kitchen equipment and adaptive equipment for residents’ needs and responds to resident requests on short notice. The schedule lists 32-hour and 24-hour cook shifts, plus per diem Cook Supervisor work; the posted pay is $25 per hour.

Requirements

Current ServSafe Manager certification.
Ability to unload and stock groceries on shelves at varying heights and lift items up to 50 pounds.
Ability to read, write, and understand English; perform simple math calculations; and measure and record data.
Attention to detail, follow-through, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to supervise and instruct others.
Ability to cooperate with others and work as part of a team.
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
Patience, tact, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude toward residents and their support networks.
Ability to communicate professionally with residents, staff, and family members.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a hospital or long-term care facility.

Responsibilities

Supervise and monitor dietary department personnel, including assigning and overseeing dietary aide work.
Ensure department personnel follow established policies and procedures.
Contribute to subordinate performance evaluations with the Dietary Manager.
Be responsible for the department when the Dietary Manager is unavailable.
Prepare and serve meals in accordance with residents’ dietary orders.
Work with the Dietary Manager to ensure resident needs are met.
Assist with production planning, including forecasting needs and developing recipes.
Assist with purchasing and storage of food and equipment.
Help ensure the department produces appealing, quality meals within budget guidelines.
Use kitchen equipment and appropriate adaptive equipment for residents’ special needs.
Respond to residents’ requests on short notice.
Help the Dietary Manager plan and prepare for facility special events.