Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Cascadia Healthcare is a reputable healthcare provider specializing in long-term care and supportive services for residents in a compassionate and professional environment. Known for its commitment to quality care and an enriching atmosphere, Cascadia Healthcare offers comprehensive healthcare services that focus on meeting the individual needs of its residents. The organization's mission revolves around enhancing the well-being and quality of life for its community by providing top-tier healthcare, nutritional support, and patient-centered care. With a dedicated team of professionals and a focus on continuous improvement, Cascadia Healthcare fosters a collaborative workspace where employees are valued and empowered to deliver their best work.
The role of a Cook at Cascadia Healthcare is integral to supporting the health and satisfaction of both residents and staff. The cook is responsible for preparing and serving food that adheres to established food handling and safety standards while meeting the dietary needs of residents, including therapeutic diets. This position requires a meticulous approach to food preparation to ensure meals are not only nutritious and compliant with dietary guidelines but also visually appealing and served at the correct temperature. Alongside regular meal preparation, the cook supports employee dining needs and special events as requested by the Culinary Manager.
In addition to culinary skills, the cook at Cascadia Healthcare must maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment, strictly following infection control and safety protocols. This includes proper dishwashing, storage, inventory management, and equipment maintenance. The role demands efficiency in using food supplies to prevent waste and a strong team-oriented mindset to collaborate effectively across departments. Additionally, the cook plays a proactive role in contributing ideas for recipe improvements, menu adjustments, and service enhancements that elevate the overall food service experience.
Cascadia Healthcare offers a supportive and structured work environment where punctuality and reliability are essential. The cook is expected to assist with inventory control by receiving, storing, and verifying food and supply deliveries while ensuring the kitchen's security at all times. This position may also require stepping into a supervisory role in the absence of the Culinary Manager, highlighting the leadership potential and responsibility entrusted to the cook.
Employment at Cascadia Healthcare as a cook requires adherence to professional conduct and ethics, aligning with the organization's policies and standards of practice. The role is suited for individuals with a strong foundation in safe food preparation, basic nutrition knowledge, and the ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff. Experience working in a long-term care setting, particularly with therapeutic diets, is preferred, along with certifications such as ServSafe Food Safety Certification and, where applicable, Food Handlers permits.
Overall, this cook position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a respected healthcare organization, focusing on nurturing the dietary health of residents and supporting a collaborative culinary team dedicated to quality, safety, and exemplary service.
The role of a Cook at Cascadia Healthcare is integral to supporting the health and satisfaction of both residents and staff. The cook is responsible for preparing and serving food that adheres to established food handling and safety standards while meeting the dietary needs of residents, including therapeutic diets. This position requires a meticulous approach to food preparation to ensure meals are not only nutritious and compliant with dietary guidelines but also visually appealing and served at the correct temperature. Alongside regular meal preparation, the cook supports employee dining needs and special events as requested by the Culinary Manager.
In addition to culinary skills, the cook at Cascadia Healthcare must maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment, strictly following infection control and safety protocols. This includes proper dishwashing, storage, inventory management, and equipment maintenance. The role demands efficiency in using food supplies to prevent waste and a strong team-oriented mindset to collaborate effectively across departments. Additionally, the cook plays a proactive role in contributing ideas for recipe improvements, menu adjustments, and service enhancements that elevate the overall food service experience.
Cascadia Healthcare offers a supportive and structured work environment where punctuality and reliability are essential. The cook is expected to assist with inventory control by receiving, storing, and verifying food and supply deliveries while ensuring the kitchen's security at all times. This position may also require stepping into a supervisory role in the absence of the Culinary Manager, highlighting the leadership potential and responsibility entrusted to the cook.
Employment at Cascadia Healthcare as a cook requires adherence to professional conduct and ethics, aligning with the organization's policies and standards of practice. The role is suited for individuals with a strong foundation in safe food preparation, basic nutrition knowledge, and the ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff. Experience working in a long-term care setting, particularly with therapeutic diets, is preferred, along with certifications such as ServSafe Food Safety Certification and, where applicable, Food Handlers permits.
Overall, this cook position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a respected healthcare organization, focusing on nurturing the dietary health of residents and supporting a collaborative culinary team dedicated to quality, safety, and exemplary service.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- ServSafe Food Safety Certification required
- Food Handlers permit if required per state regulations
- Six months experience in large quantity food preparation
- Experience with therapeutic diet preparation preferred
- Six months experience in a long term care environment preferred
- Must be at least 18 years of age due to federal child labor laws
- Must submit and be cleared by state-specific background checks before contact with patients/residents
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- ServSafe Food Safety Certification required
- Food Handlers permit if required per state regulations
- Six months’ experience in large quantity food preparation
- Experience with therapeutic diet preparation preferred
- Six months experience in a long term care environment preferred
- Ability to read and write at a level appropriate for the job
- Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff
- Ability to be patient, polite, accurate, concise, and detail-oriented
- Ability to read, speak, understand, and communicate effectively in English
- Basic math skills
Job Duties
- Prepares food for regular and therapeutic diets according to a planned menu, as well as for employees and special events, as requested by the Culinary Manager
- Prepares alternative items to meet residents’ individual needs and food preferences
- Prepares and/or portions food using proper food handling and food safety techniques according to established policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulations
- Makes only authorized changes to the planned menu and records the change according to established policy
- Ensures that food tastes good and is served in an attractive, appetizing manner
- Utilizes standardized recipes to prepare menu items
- Ensures that meals and snacks are delivered to designated areas according to established time schedules
- Ensures that the proper quantity of food is prepared and/or pre-portioned as directed and within established time schedules
- Maintains the proper temperature of food during preparation and service and records temperatures according to established procedures
- Serves resident meals/snacks accurately in accordance with a planned menu, the residents’ diet orders, and food preferences
- Uses the correct portion control utensils during preparation, pre-portioning, and service of food
- Labels, dates, and stores food properly according to established policies
- Ensures refrigerator/freezer temperatures are within the appropriate range and records temperatures
- Washes dishes and other kitchen items according to procedures and records water temperatures
- Keeps work area clean and uncluttered during preparation and service of food
- Performs cleaning assignments using proper chemicals
- Practices proper infection control techniques and uses protective equipment as needed
- Assists in receiving, storing, and verifying invoices for incoming food and supplies
- Reports inadequate stock levels to the Culinary Manager
- Uses food supplies and equipment efficiently to prevent waste
- Maintains kitchen security
- Operates equipment according to manufacturer and supervisory direction, maintaining equipment clean and safe
- Completes tasks according to established time schedules
- Makes recommendations to the Culinary Manager regarding improvements in recipes, menus, production, and service of food
- Works cooperatively as a team member with co-workers
- Interacts positively with residents, families, and visitors
- Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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