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Encompass Health

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Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.00 - $19.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
401(k) matching
Employee stock purchase plan

Job Description

Encompass Health is a leading national inpatient rehabilitation provider with over 150 locations across the United States. Renowned for its commitment to high standards of care and excellence, Encompass Health has been recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies and has received the prestigious Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For award. The company prides itself on fostering a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where employees are encouraged to thrive personally and professionally. With a team of over 36,000 dedicated individuals, Encompass Health continuously strives to lead the post-acute care industry by focusing on empathy, integrity, and collaboration.Show More

Job Requirements

  • Food handler's permit if required by state or county regulations
  • Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets
  • Institutional cooking experience and/or special function cooking exposure preferred
  • Knowledge of H.A.C.C.P. and food safety guidelines
  • Availability to work flexible shifts including weekends and evenings

Job Qualifications

  • Possession of a food handler's permit, if required by state or county regulations
  • Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets
  • Recent institutional cooking experience and/or exposure to special function cooking are desirable
  • Familiarity with all H.A.C.C.P. and food safety guidelines
  • Flexibility in working weekdays, weekends, evenings, or night shifts to meet deadlines is expected

Job Duties

  • Apportion servings according to menu combinations or orders for patients
  • Follow menus, recipes, and oral instructions in the preparation of various foods
  • Serve appropriate portion sizes based on menu specifications
  • Plan timing of preparation of the food to ensure food satisfaction
  • Ensure satisfaction regarding taste, texture, temperature and appearance

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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