Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $14.50 - $26.75
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Life Care Centers of America is a leading provider in the long-term care industry, dedicated to delivering exceptional post acute care services. With a strong commitment to quality, compassion, and integrity, Life Care Centers operate numerous facilities across the country, specializing in rehabilitation and skilled nursing services. These centers focus on promoting the health and well-being of their patients through innovative care practices and a patient-centered approach. Life Care Centers strive to maintain a professional and respectful environment for all residents, staff, and visitors, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. Emphasizing continuous training and education, the organization... Show More
Job Requirements
- graduate of an approved American Culinary Federation (ACF) culinary program or have completed another recognized culinary institution
- one year experience in hospital or post acute care food service
- experience in preparing and cooking food in large quantities
- ability to make independent decisions when necessary
- knowledge of laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post acute care food service
- ability to implement and interpret departmental programs and policies
- ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
- adherence to company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
- ability to maintain regular attendance and perform physical activities such as sitting, standing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, walking, reaching during working hours
- proficiency in English reading, writing, speaking and understanding
Job Qualifications
- graduate of an approved American Culinary Federation (ACF) culinary program or another recognized culinary institution
- one year experience in hospital or post acute care food service
- experience in preparing and cooking food in large quantities
- knowledge of patient dietary needs and food consistency requirements
- excellent communication skills
- ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team
- customer service oriented
- understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
- ability to train and supervise food service staff
Job Duties
- make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
- knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
- implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
- perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
- maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc
- maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
- understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
- displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
- ensure food service staff are trained in cooking and presentation skills to enhance presentation and quality of food served to patients
- prepare and serve meals that are appetizing in both taste and appearance, and appropriate for each patient
- knowledgeable of ordered diets (i.e., NCS, NAS, 1800 ADA) as well as food consistency
- ensure food and supplies for the next meal are readily available
- cater events as requested
- utilize production tools and recipes provided to prepare meals and snacks
- exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
- assist in the evacuation of patients
- demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
- concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
- communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
- sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
- read, write, speak, and understand the English language
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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