Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.00 - $24.99
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Affordable medical insurance
Dental Insurance
vision plans
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
401(k) plan with Company Match
Employee stock purchase plan

Job Description

Encompass Health is a nationally recognized leader in inpatient rehabilitation, committed to providing superior post-acute care services with compassion and dedication. As a rapidly expanding healthcare organization, Encompass Health serves communities through more than 150 locations across the United States, boasting a team of over 36,000 professionals who share a passion for helping patients recover and improve their quality of life. Known for its outstanding workplace culture, Encompass Health has received prestigious awards such as being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and securing a spot on the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list. This reputation underscores the company's commitment to excellence, employee satisfaction, and its inclusive environment that values diversity of thought and background.

The cook position at Encompass Health offers a unique opportunity to combine culinary skills with meaningful patient care. This role is not just about food preparation—it’s about creating therapeutic and modified diets tailored to patient needs, ensuring nutritional requirements are met while delivering meals that are both appetizing and satisfying. The cook will be integral to the patient recovery process, preparing food in adherence to specific dietary guidelines and health standards. You will work closely with dietary teams to follow precise menu plans, recipes, and oral instructions, ensuring every dish supports patients’ therapeutic needs and preferences.

This position invites individuals who are passionate about cooking and desire to make a positive impact through their craft. Working as a cook at Encompass Health means contributing to a warm and inclusive kitchen environment where your talents are respected and your efforts directly support the health and wellbeing of patients. Beyond the kitchen, you become part of a larger mission-oriented organization that values empathy, integrity, teamwork, and positivity. This career path offers stability close to home, a caring work atmosphere, and the chance to grow professionally within a national healthcare leader.

In addition to the rewarding nature of the work, Encompass Health supports its employees with a generous benefits package from day one. These benefits include affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance plans that extend to both full-time and part-time employees and their families, ensuring comprehensive healthcare coverage. Employees can enjoy ample paid time off that grows with tenure, fostering work-life balance and personal wellbeing. Those looking to further their education can take advantage of tuition reimbursement opportunities and continuous education programs designed to support professional development.

Financial wellness is also encouraged with company-matching 401(k) plans and employee stock purchase options, enabling staff to plan for their future with confidence. Additionally, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts allow employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently. The work culture at Encompass Health is vibrant and inclusive, featuring a team energized by their shared commitment to high-quality care and professional excellence. This role is ideally suited for cooks who are ready to embark on a career that marries culinary expertise with compassionate patient care, all while enjoying the stability and supportive environment of a respected healthcare institution.

Job Requirements

  • 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 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 Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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