Chef / Cook - Viera Health & Rehabilitation Center
Melbourne, FL 32940
About the Job
Chef / Cook
ABOUT VIERA HEALTH & REHAB CENTER- Located in Viera, FL, we are a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that is dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest. We offer a modern, comfortable, and secure facility staffed by caring professionals where individuals receive the finest sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation services, and 24-hour skilled nursing care. We are committed to maintaining a facility where compassionate care is provided in an environment of respect and dignity. It is also a great working environment for our staff as we truly value and appreciate each member of our team!
What we offer you:
- Competitive Pay
- Referral Bonuses
- PayActiv & Uber Rides
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- Medical * Dental * Vision * Life * STD Insurances.
- 401K retirement plan
We are looking for someone to fill cook shifts on both shifts.
Responsibilities of the Chef / Cook:
- Prepare and cook resident meals in quantities according to menu and number of people served.
- Prepare meals according to proper methods and cooking temperatures for best utilization and yield of meats and other foods.
- Consistently prepare meals on time so that serving schedules are met.
- Serve food according to dietary guidelines, checking each tray for completeness and accuracy.
- Monitor portion control guidelines for individual residents to prevent food waste.
- Prepare food for facility personnel, families, visitors, and for special occasions and events as directed by the Administrator.
- Prepare and serve food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portion, and temperature control procedures and facility policies.
- Inspect special diet trays to ensure that the correct diet is served to the resident.
- Other special projects and duties, as assigned.
Requirements of the Chef / Cook:
- High school diploma or GED required or equivalent related work experience.
- Minimum of one (1) year related experience in preparing foods in large quantities.
- Ability to communicate at all levels of organization and work well within a team environment in support of company objectives.
- Customer service oriented with the ability to work well under pressure.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy, excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize, coordinate and simultaneously maintain multiple projects with high level of quality and productivity.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and make independent decisions.
- Function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with employees and vendors.
