Cook

Healthcare Services Group, Inc.•Cumru Township, PA

About The Position

Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook preparing nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility. The role supports HCSG’s commitment to positively impacting communities and enhancing customer and resident experiences. The starting pay rate is USD $18.00 per hour. The Cook prepares meals using planned menus and recipes, maintains food quality and kitchen sanitation, assists with inventory and ordering, and provides positive customer service to residents, staff, and guests. The position requires physical activity and routine, repetitive tasks, as well as working around food and cleaning products. HCSG describes itself as an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. It offers equal employment opportunities and complies with applicable nondiscrimination laws.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions.
Maintain a positive attitude and communicate effectively with building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership to perform daily tasks.
Comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push and pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, sit, bend, and walk for extended periods.
Ability to perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
Ability to work around food and cleaning products.
Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification, as required by state or county law.
Residency within the service area is required.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred.
May be required to complete an approved sanitation and safety course.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and recipes.
Ensure food quality, taste, and presentation meet HCSG standards.
Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines and maintain a clean, orderly kitchen.
Assist with inventory management and ordering of supplies.
Interact positively with residents, staff, and guests and provide excellent customer service.
Perform other duties as assigned.