Cook

Springfield, MA, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $19.00 - $24.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Professional development opportunities

Employee assistance program

Retirement Plan

Job Description

Life Care is a reputable healthcare organization dedicated to providing specialized post-acute care services that focus on patient recovery and overall well-being. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of care, Life Care integrates compassionate patient-centered approaches with rigorous operational protocols to meet the diverse needs of those they serve. As a leader in the post-acute care industry, Life Care operates a network of facilities designed to ensure comfort, safety, and nutritional support for patients during their recovery journey. The company values integrity, professionalism, and a team-oriented culture that fosters continuous learning and development for its workforce.

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Job Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent
One year experience in food preparation preferred
Experience in preparing and cooking food in large quantities
Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
Proficient in competency areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation
Ability to maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality
Understanding and adherence to company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Commitment to integrity, professionalism, and completion of mandatory training

Job Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent
One year experience in food preparation preferred
Experience in preparing and cooking food in large quantities
Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility
Ability to make independent decisions when warranted
Ability to implement and interpret departmental programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures
Proficiency in patient rights, safety, and sanitation competency areas
Professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with corporate policies

Job Duties

Prepare and serve meals that are appetizing in both taste and appearance and appropriate for each patient
Knowledgeable of ordered diets as well as food consistency
Ensure food and supplies for the next meal are readily available
Serve meals and snacks in a timely manner
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

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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