Nursing Home Cook

Dietary Cook

Luxor Nursing and Rehabilitation at Mills Pond is actively seeking a Part Time Cook to work at our Skilled Nursing Facility in St. James, NY.

DUTIES:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook meals according to posted menus, standardized recipes, and diet orders.

• Ensure meals are prepared on time and served at the proper temperature and consistency.

• Follow therapeutic and modified diet guidelines as directed by the Dietitian or Dietary Manager.

• Taste-test food for quality, flavor, and appearance before service.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area at all times.

• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards.

• Properly store and label all food items; monitor refrigerator and freezer temperatures daily.

• Assist with receiving, rotating, and storing food and supplies.

• Minimize waste through proper portion control and inventory practices.

• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and food preparation areas.

• Work cooperatively with other dietary staff to ensure timely and efficient meal service.

• Follow all safety policies and report unsafe conditions or equipment immediately.

• Attend required in-service training and staff meetings.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dietary Manager.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Must be able to do some physical work
• Experience in Food Service is a requirement
• Positive attitude and energy is a must!
• Ability to work effectively as a team member

 

About Us:

Luxor Nursing and Rehabilitation at Mills Pond is a state-of-the-art facility providing long term and short term stay with dedicated quality care. We work tirelessly to make sure your loved ones are cared for across all levels of rehabilitation. Our pledge to the community, our residents, and the staff is to provide post-acute-care in a manner that sets the standard of excellence and strive to meet and/or exceed the expectations of our residents, staff, and all we come in contact with.

Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/D/V

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