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Cook - Per Diem

Job Details

Job Ref:
R0085427
Category:
Food Service
Employment Type:
Per Diem
Health Care Partner:
Porter Medical Center
Location:
30 Porter Dr, Middlebury, VT 05753
Department:
Porter - Nutrition Services
Job Type:
Regular
Primary Shift:
Variable
Hours:
-
Hours per Week:
0
Weekend Needs:
Every
Pay Rate:
$21.03 - $31.25 per hour

This is a bargaining union position.

Job Summary:

The Cook is responsible for the preparation and implementation of the established seasonal cycle menus at Helen Porter Nursing and Rehabilitation. He/she is under the direct supervision of the Lead Cook and is ultimately supervised by the Nutrition Services Manager. He/she is responsible for ensuring sfety and sanitation of the kitchen, maintaining quality control standards and compliance with regulatory agencies and therapeutic diets. He/she is expected to work collaboratively with the Nutrition Services Manager, staff dietitian, support staff, and other department team members as required.

Education:

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience:

  • Minimum of three years work experience in this position.

  • Minimum 18 years of age.

  • ServSafe certification preferred.

Knowledge/Special Skills:

  • Able to read, write and speak the English language.

  • Demonstrates ability to provide leadership and adapt to change.

  • Mental and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position.

  • Professional appearance.

  • Satisfactory references.

  • Able to follow standardized recipes.

  • Prepare foods in compliance with diet orders.

  • Able to correctly modify food textures and portion foods.

  • Comply with requirements and standards established by regulatory agencies.

  • Function as a team member.

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