Cook

Life Care Center of Boise is located just five minutes from the Boise River, offering residents access to beautiful waterfront parks and a variety of outdoor activities. Boise boasts a vibrant downtown with diverse dining, shopping, and cultural events. The city's commitment to green spaces and community engagement makes it a delightful place to live and work. Benefits : Medical, Dental, and Vision Free sponsorship to capture your Dietary Manager Certification while you're employed full-time! (If you are currently working at Life Care now, call us! We'd love to chat!) Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts and Healthcare Savings Accounts Life, AD&D and Disability Insurance Paid Time Off, including Vacation, Sick Leave & Holidays 401K Savings Plan Educational Assistance Employee Referral Reward Program Employee Discount Program via PerkSpot Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan Career Advancement / Development Opportunities Position Summary The Cook prepares and serves quality meals for patients in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements High school graduate or equivalent One (1) year experience in food preparation preferred Experience in preparing and cooking food in large quantities Specific Job Requirements Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to : patient rights, and safety and sanitation Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc. Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and / or confidential information Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training Essential Functions Prepare and serve meals that are appetizing in both taste and appearance, and appropriate for each patient Knowledgeable of ordered diets as well as food consistency Ensure food and supplies for the next meal are readily available Serve meals and snacks in a timely manner Utilize production tools and recipes provided to prepare meals and snacks Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients Assist in the evacuation of patients Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours Read, write, speak, and understand the English language An Equal Opportunity Employer