Cook
Company: Palos Rehabilitation Center
Location: Palos Heights
Posted on: March 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Palos Rehabilitation Center -
MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK THE DAY & MID DAY SHIFT/ WEEKENDS &
HOLIDAYS
Palos Heights Rehabilitation is a long-term/short-term skilled
nursing facility located in a quiet neighborhood of Crestwood,
Illinois. Named a 2020-2021 "Best Nursing Home" by U.S. News &
World Report, with an overall 5 out of 5 star rating and a 3 out of
3 High Performance rating in both Short-Term Rehabilitation and
Long-Term Care! We have a great working atmosphere and
teamwork.
We are currently hiring for the Cook position
A Cook prepares and assists with food preparation for breakfast,
lunch, and dinner while following specific dietary restrictions and
provides alternatives for our residents.
The cooks are responsible for maintaining clean, organized and
stocked workstations while keeping in compliance with federal and
state regulations. It is the responsibility of a cook to
successfully prepare and serve meals. Cooks also complete hands on
training with new employees in accordance with the dietary
department orientation training checklist.
Some experience in institutional cooking preferred.
Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation and hygienic methods a
must.
Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
Sincere desire to work with elders and others who have a limited
capacity for self-care.
Mental & physical capacity to perform the essential job functions
with or without accommodations.
Work with and provides care to individuals of a wide range of
personality types and maturity levels.
The ability to demonstrate creative initiative and mature judgment
in making competent decisions.
Consistently maintain courteous, empathic, and professional
attitude.
Maintain confidentiality of all activities and persons.
Maintain a professional appearance at all times.
Communicate and comprehend orally and in writing to effectively
receive and share information as necessary to perform job
duties.
Transportation accessible to enable flexibility of work
schedule.
Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when
circumstances warrant such action
Must be knowledgeable of dietary procedures
Food handler's license and Sanitation license preferred.
Excellent attendance and punctuality is a must.
This position is fast paced and physical. Whole shift minus break
times are spent standing, walking, push/pulling carts etc..
Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 50lbs.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English
language
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
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