Cook

Fishkill Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing•Beacon, NY

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Fishkill Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is currently looking to hire full and part time Cooks to join our dedicated team of professionals. We are looking for people who are passionate about their craft and bring professionalism to their work environment. We are an innovative skilled nursing facility within the Hudson Valley, specializing in caring for the elderly. Our successful reputation has been built by the efforts of our dedicated employees and is supported by Sapphire's future strategies, which reflect our appreciation for those who work in our organizations. Please join us and begin a successful and rewarding career. Fishkill Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members as its highest priorities. All offers of employment are conditioned on completing and passing a background and drug test, participating in mandatory vaccine programs (e.g., Covid-19), participating in testing requirements (e.g. Covid-19, TB) and using designated PPE when required.

Requirements

Certification in healthcare cooking (ServSafe or Sodexo)
Minimum one (1) year of experience in large-scale cooking
Strong knowledge of large scale & therapeutic food prep
Must be able to do some physical work
Must be able to work as a team member
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Excellent customer service & communication skills
Must be available for weekends and Holidays

Responsibilities

Prepares food for meals, including modified textures for restricted and therapeutic diets.
Supervises dietary aides in the preparation and serving of foods and beverages.
Follows instructions of the Dining Services Director in the preparation of meals and maintains meal schedules.
Prepares food by methods that conserve nutritive value and flavor. Ensures foods are palatable, attractive and in the proper form to meet the individual needs of the residents.
Assures that all food items are handled properly to ensure safety and sanitation standards according to State and Federal regulations. Properly stores, covers, and refrigerates necessary items. Ensures that foods are cooked to the appropriate temperatures according to the FDA Food Code, latest edition.
Practices and supervises infection control policies.
Responsible for opening and closing the kitchen
Document temperatures of food prior to service, refrigeration and freezer
Assist with preparation and execution of special events and theme meals
Attends in-service education and dining services staff meetings as required.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Dining Services Director.
Will manage Kitchen in absence of food service director