Cook - Vernon Housing Authority

Whitsons Culinary Group•Vernon, CT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our healthcare nutrition team as a Cook and help prepare fresh, healing meals that support wellness and recovery in a calm, caring environment. Prepare and cook meals according to healthcare dietary guidelines and patient menus. Ensure all food is prepared safely and attractively. Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized kitchen environment. Collaborate with dietary and clinical staff to meet patients’ nutritional and medical needs. Follow procedures for special diets, allergies, and food restrictions.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Must complete all Whitsons and government required training as necessary
ServSafe certification
Local food safety certification, if required in jurisdiction of employment.
Ability to speak and read English to understand and perform job assignments.
Must be proficient in recipe procedures and cooking techniques.
1-year professional culinary experience required
Always present a positive and professional image.
Basic cooking knowledge – we’ll train the right person!
A strong commitment to food safety and sanitation
A dependable, caring attitude and good communication skills
Comfort working in a clinical or patient-centered setting
A passion for nourishing others

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook meals according to healthcare dietary guidelines and patient menus
Ensure all food is prepared safely and attractively
Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized kitchen environment
Collaborate with dietary and clinical staff to meet patients’ nutritional and medical needs
Follow procedures for special diets, allergies, and food restrictions