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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Benefits
employee discount
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Disability insurance
401(k)
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Job Description
Golden Palms Rehabilitation and Retirement is a historic retirement community and skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in Harlingen, Texas. Dedicated to providing high-quality care and services to its residents, Golden Palms offers a welcoming and supportive environment where seniors can enjoy comfort, dignity, and respect. The facility is well-known for its comprehensive rehabilitation services, compassionate nursing care, and vibrant community life. With a focus on improving the quality of life for elderly residents, Golden Palms combines excellent medical care with a range of amenities that contribute to the overall well-being of its community members. The team at Golden Palms... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior cooking experience preferred
- Ability to prepare meals according to planned menus
- Knowledge of dietary restrictions and therapeutic diets
- Ability to follow standardized recipes and special diet orders
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to perform administrative duties
- Ability to work variable shifts
- Ability to collaborate with dietitians and nursing staff
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior cooking experience preferred
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
- Ability to follow standardized recipes and special diet orders
- Basic math skills for portion control
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Prior experience in a skilled nursing facility is a plus
Job Duties
- Prepare meals in accordance with planned menus
- Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance
- Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures
- Prepare food for therapeutic diets in accordance with planned menus
- Prepare food in accordance with standardized recipes and special diet orders
- Prepare and serve bedtime snacks
- Be sure that appropriate equipment and utensils are provided with the resident's meal tray
- Review care plans to assure that current dietary information is consistent with foods served
- Prepare and serve substitute foods to residents who refuse foods served
- Review menus prior to preparation of food
- Inspect special diet trays to assure that the correct diet is served to the resident
- Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submit to the Director of Food Services
- Coordinate dietary service with other departments as necessary
- Work with the facility's dietitian as necessary and implement recommended changes as required
- Ensure that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies
- Assist in standardizing the methods in which work will be accomplished
- Assume the authority, responsibility and accountability of Cook
- Ensure that menus are maintained and filed in accordance with established policies and procedures
- Assist in establishing food service production line, etc., to assure that meals are prepared on time
- Process diet changed and new diets as received from Nursing Services
- Others as deemed necessary and appropriate, or as may be directed
- Cook meals for residents at the facility
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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