Astoria-Lake Wales

Dietary Cook - Part Time

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $48,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

competitive starting wage with additional pay for experience
$1,000 new employee referral program
401k opportunities after your first year
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monthly celebrations and recognitions

Job Description

Astoria Health and Rehabilitation is a dedicated healthcare facility committed to providing exceptional care and support to its residents. Located in a community-oriented setting, the center specializes in rehabilitation and long-term care services, emphasizing compassionate and individualized treatment plans. At Astoria Health and Rehabilitation, employees are valued as essential members of a caring work family, all contributing their unique skills and dedication to improve the quality of life for each resident. The organization is known for fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where every role is important and respected, ensuring residents achieve and maintain their highest functional abilities.

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Job Requirements

  • Have an understanding of Dining Services procedures and practices
  • Have interpersonal and managerial skills such as the ability to follow oral, written and verbal instructions, function independently and make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
  • Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language
  • Must be able to read recipes and menus
  • Have a genuine interest in seniors and a willingness to work for the best interest of the residents and facility
  • Have personal integrity and be able to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, government agencies and personnel
  • Be able to work harmoniously with Dining Services staff and all other facility personnel
  • Requires judgment in prioritizing the performance of tasks, duties and responsibilities in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures
  • The ability to be discrete and protect the integrity of confidential information and stay within Corporate Compliance
  • Patience, a cheerful disposition, enthusiasm and a willingness to handle residents based on whatever maturity and physical level in which they are currently functioning
  • The ability to adhere to professional code of ethics
  • The ability to relate information concerning a resident's condition

Job Qualifications

  • Understanding of Dining Services procedures and practices
  • Ability to follow oral, written and verbal instructions
  • Ability to function independently and make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
  • Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language
  • Must be able to read recipes and menus
  • Genuine interest in seniors and willingness to work for the best interest of residents and facility
  • Personal integrity and ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, government agencies and personnel
  • Ability to work harmoniously with Dining Services staff and all other facility personnel
  • Judgment in prioritizing tasks, duties and responsibilities in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures
  • Ability to be discrete and protect confidential information and stay within Corporate Compliance
  • Patience, cheerful disposition, enthusiasm and willingness to handle residents based on their current maturity and physical level
  • Adherence to professional code of ethics
  • Ability to relate information concerning a resident's condition
  • High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required
  • ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain certification
  • At least one year of experience in a similar position is preferred

Job Duties

  • Preparing quality food products according to standardized recipes and menus
  • Ensuring proper preparation, portioning and serving of foods according to standardized recipes
  • Maintaining and recording assigned temperatures daily
  • Directing and supervising Dining Aides when needed
  • Having food ready at the specified time and beginning meal service on time
  • Occasionally visiting residents in dining rooms to gather their feedback regarding the meal served
  • Following temperature regulations in preparing, serving and storing foods
  • Cleaning food service equipment after use
  • Completing other assigned cleaning per posted department cleaning schedule
  • Ensuring supplies have been replenished in work areas as necessary
  • Sweeping and mopping floors
  • Being responsible for opening kitchen if needed, turning on lights, unlocking/starting equipment
  • Attending and participating in in-service educational classes, department meetings and all staff in-services
  • Maintaining the confidentiality of all residents and their care to ensure resident rights and privacy are protected at all times
  • Complying with safety requirements, infection control measures and maintaining a clean work environment

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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