Cook - Edgemere Estates

El Paso, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Temporary

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $11.00 - $14.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

401k

CEU reimbursement

vacation

sick leave

Holidays

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

Job Description

Cantex Continuing Care Network is a reputable healthcare organization dedicated to providing quality long-term care services with a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Located in El Paso, Texas, Cantex operates Edgemere Estates, a skilled nursing facility that offers comprehensive care options for patients requiring rehabilitation, nursing, and nutritional support. As an integral part of the healthcare community, Cantex values respect for differences and fosters a culture that appreciates the unique contributions of its staff, residents, and families. The facility emphasizes adherence to local, state, and federal guidelines to ensure the highest standards of patient safety and care.
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Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
current state Food Manager Certificate
experience in healthcare or long-term care food service preferred
ability to communicate effectively in English
knowledge of local, state, and federal food safety regulations
physical capability to perform kitchen tasks including lifting and standing for long periods
willingness to work flexible hours including full-time and PRN shifts

Job Qualifications

Current state Food Manager Certificate
experience in quality food preparation and production in either long-term care or healthcare setting is preferred
ability to read, write, and speak the English language
knowledge of food safety and sanitation
ability to follow standardized recipes and menus
strong organizational skills
ability to train and supervise others
teamwork and communication skills

Job Duties

Prepares or directs preparation of food items on assigned/scheduled menus
adheres to food production and usage schedules and avoids waste
appropriately and immediately labels, dates, and stores food items/leftovers after use
maintains sanitation of equipment and utensils, all work, and storage areas by cleaning immediately after use
prepares or directs preparation of special items, meals, and snacks
prepares special snacks and supplements as instructed by Nutrition Services Director/Chef and identifies with patient name, room number, date, and time
identifies and corrects safety hazards in food service areas
assists in establishment and maintenance of perpetual supplies inventory and notifies Nutrition Services Director of shortages or discrepancies
complies with established policy, practices, and standards for food preparation
logs and records temperatures of food, refrigerators, freezers, and dispensers as appropriate
may assist in the training, orientation and supervision of newly hired Nutrition Services staff when assigned as a PIE (Partner in Excellence)
instructs and supervises workers in maintenance and care of equipment in absence of the Nutrition Services Director/Chef
orients and instructs new employees in regulations and policies in conjunction with the Nutrition Services Director
determines that food is prepared and served on trays as attractively as possible and that the flavor and temperature are correct (checks trays as they leave department)
assists in standardization of recipes to meet menu needs
maintains portion control of foods served
assists in checking food supplies on food order forms as they arrive from vendors
as needed, unpacks and stores food and supplies as they arrive
maintains orderly and correct storage of all food items, dry storage, freezer storage, and refrigerator storage
prepares tray cards in the absence of the Nutrition Services Director/Chef/Ticket Aide
ability to function as a team leader/role model
has reviewed Cantex Continuing Care Network Clinical Policies and Procedures for Abuse Prevention and knows the employees responsibility to enforce it
attends weekly in-services, understands, and complies with Patient Care Management Systems
responsible for assuring patient/resident safety
performs other duties and tasks as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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