Residential Facility Cook

Horizon is a well-established healthcare organization recognized as a Best Place to Work in New York State for 18 consecutive years and one of America’s Best Workplaces. Committed to patient care and community wellbeing, Horizon provides a supportive and team-oriented work environment where employees are valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact every day. The organization fosters a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, ensuring that all team members feel heard and respected through ongoing conversations, trainings, and affinity groups. Employees at Horizon benefit from numerous programs designed to support their personal and professional development, including dedicated training teams, retirement plans with 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, student loan assistance, and tuition discounts for employees and their families.

The Residential Facility Cook role at Horizon is integral to the nutrition and care of patients within the residential setting. This full-time position is based at the 291 Elm St, Buffalo, NY location, with shifts scheduled between 6 AM and 6 PM, including weekends and holidays. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $18.82 to $20.29 per hour, with pay adjustments evaluated annually, reflecting experience and education levels. Holiday shifts are compensated with time and a half pay plus floating holidays.

As a Residential Facility Cook, you will be responsible for preparing nutritious and well-portioned meals for patients, adhering strictly to FDA, USDA, State, and County food safety regulations. Maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment is paramount, with duties extending to dish washing, sweeping, mopping, and cleaning tables, guaranteeing compliance with health standards. You will meticulously document temperatures, meal counts, and production activities, supporting the seamless operation of the kitchen.

The role requires you to work within a four-week cycle menu, bringing creativity to seasonal menu modifications while maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation. Teamwork and communication skills are crucial, as you will interact positively with patients and coworkers, adapting swiftly to the dynamic pace of healthcare food service. The physical demands of the position include standing for extended periods, mobility involving repetitive wrist and hand movements, lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally, and frequent use of kitchen tools and equipment.

Horizon’s commitment to employee well-being and an inclusive workplace culture makes this an exceptional opportunity for culinary professionals who seek to contribute meaningfully to patient care while growing their careers in a supportive environment. With comprehensive onboarding and continuous professional development, Horizon ensures your success and satisfaction in this role. If you have experience in hospital, clinical, long-term care, or restaurant cooking, and are ready to bring your food service skills to an organization that values your contributions, consider joining Horizon today and become part of a community dedicated to making a difference.