Line Cook - Health Pavilion

Oak Hammock at the University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

37d

About The Position

Oak Hammock at the University of Florida is an active, yet relaxed, Life Plan Community in Gainesville, Florida. We offer a full continuum of health care, including independent living, assisted living, specialized memory support, skilled nursing, and home care. Our community offers an unprecedented lifestyle of comfort and convenience with a rich array of services and amenities that are focused on optimal wellbeing. Imagine a rewarding career helping others. Working at Oak Hammock at the University of Florida is rewarding and fun. No matter your title, your days are spent among a community of residents enjoying retirement to the fullest. When you leave after your workday, you will feel a sense of accomplishment and joy since you are part of the community and residents’ lives. No matter the position you are searching for, there is ample opportunity to impact this community. We value our staff and would love the chance to make Oak Hammock more than a job but a worthwhile experience to remember. Health Pavilion Line Cook Position Summary Prepares meals for members which meet their individual needs. Prepares meals for guests. Quality of prepared food items, meal service to patients, and meeting safety and sanitation standards are the priority of the department. Follows safety and sanitation policy and procedures. This includes completing cleaning assignments as scheduled, cleaning equipment, and following all safety rules to protect self, other employees, members, and guests. Follows all sanitation policy and procedures for food storage, preparation, services. Responsible for preparation of the member’s plate and for checking all items on each member’s plate to assure all items meet diet prescribed and individual member needs as directed by Nutrition Care Specialist. Prepares appropriate food, hot or cold, in a timely fashion for meal service.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
One-year related experience and/or training in healthcare setting
Experience preparing therapeutic diets.
Must be able to read and write and follow written instructions.
Able to communicate effectively.
Ability to read and understand recipes.
This individual will need to be empathetic, energetic and have an affinity for working with a diverse senior population.
All applicants must complete and pass a Level II Background Check and Drug Screening

Responsibilities

Prepares meals for members which meet their individual needs.
Prepares meals for guests.
Quality of prepared food items, meal service to patients, and meeting safety and sanitation standards are the priority of the department.
Follows safety and sanitation policy and procedures.
This includes completing cleaning assignments as scheduled, cleaning equipment, and following all safety rules to protect self, other employees, members, and guests.
Follows all sanitation policy and procedures for food storage, preparation, services.
Responsible for preparation of the member’s plate and for checking all items on each member’s plate to assure all items meet diet prescribed and individual member needs as directed by Nutrition Care Specialist.
Prepares appropriate food, hot or cold, in a timely fashion for meal service.

Benefits

University of Florida partnership with community discounts and access to opportunities through the Gator One UF ID Card
OH I CAN! Scholarship and Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Pay Every Other Week
Licensure Reimbursement for Clinical Positions
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Company Paid Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
401K Retirement and Investing Plan with Company Match
Paid Time Off Accrual
6 Paid Holidays and 1 Additional Floating Holiday
Annual Employee Recognition Gifts
Milestone Service Awards
Helping Hands Emergency Loan Fund
Staff Uniform Credits
TicketsatWork Benefit Program