Cook Westerly

ROYAL HEALTH GROUP•Westerly, RI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our Caring Family as a Cook! Are you a passionate and dedicated cook looking to make a real difference in the lives of residents? Royal Health invites you to become a vital part of our family-owned skilled nursing facilities, where your skills and compassion will SHINE! We are offering competitive rates and immediate access to insurance benefits on your first day. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes from our “Work Today, Get Paid Today” program, along with weekly pay, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program designed to support you both personally and professionally. At our facilities, we pride ourselves on delivering the highest standards of personal care, while fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. As a cook, you will play a key role in providing exceptional long-term care, sub-acute care, and memory care. Your strong clinical skills and commitment to resident-centered care will help us meet the evolving needs of those we serve. If you are ready to join a compassionate team that values your contributions and growth, we want to hear from you!

Requirements

One year of dietary experience in a hospital or skilled nursing facility or other related medical facility preferred, but not necessary.
ServSafe Certification Required
Excellent communication skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced healthcare environment is required.
The ideal candidate will also have previous organizational experience.
High school diploma or equivalent
Detailed oriented with excellent follow up skills.
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance
Good verbal and written communication skills
Must be able to maintain confidentiality regarding employee, resident and company proprietary information
Must have the ability to relate professionally and positively and work cooperatively with patients, families, and other employees at all levels

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in long-term care or other healthcare settings is a plus.
Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility.

Responsibilities

Work with the facilities dietitian as necessary and implement recommended changes as required.
Serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
Prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, with our established policies and procedures and as may be directed by the Head Cook and/or Director of Food Services, to assure that quality food service is provided at all times.
Review menus prior to preparation of food.
Inspect special diet trays to assure that the correct diet is served to the resident.
Coordinate dietary service with other departments as necessary.
Work with the facility dietitian as necessary and implement recommended changes as required.
Ensure that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
Assist in establishing food service production lines, etc. to assure that meals are prepared on time.
Prepare meals in accordance with planned menus.
Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
Ability to follow certain food requirements that are flexible to resident's diets
All other duties as assigned.