Cook - Avamere Rehab of Oregon City

Avamere • Oregon City, OR

2h • Onsite

About The Position

Avamere Rehab of Oregon City has served the Oregon City community for over 40 years. This inviting 102-bed skilled nursing community truly values people – their patients and residents, their family members, and employees. Our engaging employee culture fosters trust and fun through their team, with patients and residents, and those just stopping by for a visit.

Requirements

• Previous cooking experience, preferably in healthcare or a long-term care setting.
• Knowledge of special diets (e.g., diabetic, low sodium).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet mealtime deadlines.
• 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.
• Prepare and cook meals according to resident dietary needs and preferences.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, adhering to sanitation and health regulations.
• Assist in menu planning and food inventory management.
• Collaborate with the dietary team to ensure resident satisfaction.
• Must speak, read, and write English fluently
• Must have an active CPR/BLS certification

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.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
• 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
• Generous employee referral bonus program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed