Cook

Cook

BlueBonnet Rehab at Ennis

BlueBonnet Rehab at Ennis is committed to providing top-quality healthcare services in a friendly, clean, safe, and comfortable environment. As part of our team, you will play a vital role in ensuring our residents receive delicious and nutritious meals as specified by menus.

Job Summary:

As a Cook at BlueBonnet Rehab at Ennis, you will be responsible for cooking adequate and nutritious meals as specified by menus. You will work closely with our dietary team to ensure that our residents receive high-quality food that meets their dietary needs.

Responsibilities:

• Handle and prepare food according to menus and recipes
• Meet meal schedules and avoid food waste
• Care for equipment and maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment
• Prepare food that is palatable and appetizing in appearance
• Work cooperatively with other staff and departments
• Follow all rules regarding hazardous products

Requirements:

• Ability to follow oral and written directions
• Preferred previous experience in an institutional setting
• Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and hygienic methods
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more and walk, turn, pivot, and bend as needed to perform duties
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of Universal Precautions and the rules that govern hazardous waste and products and Blood Borne Pathogens
• Must have/be willing to get a Food Handler's License
• Ability to work cooperatively with others
• Initiative and judgment in setting up meals, utilizing leftovers
• Ability to follow standard recipes and make independent decisions

Job Knowledge:

• Cooking a variety of foods in large quantities
• Hazards of improper food handling
• Use and care of food service equipment
• Familiarity with seasoning and cooking time required
• Cooking characteristics of various cuts of meat
• Estimating quantities of food required

Work Performed:

• Prepare foodstuffs for cooking, lifting food products and trays of food to and from the steam table and other surfaces as desired
• Prepare food according to recipes
• Plan cooking schedules for readiness at mealtime
• Cook food
• Prepare and portion servings

Benefits:

All Full-Time employees are eligible for Health Insurance Benefits (Health, Dental and Vision)

Open Shift: 12pm-8pm Shift 4 days on 2 days off

If you are a team player with excellent cooking skills and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply!