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Shift Type: Full-Time

Shift: Various Shifts

Location: Avamere Rehab at Fiesta Park - 8820 Horizon Boulevard NE Albuquerque, NM 87113

We offer a strong, exciting team environment with group decision making culture! Here at Avamere, you get the chance to make a difference every day in the lives of those we care for. If you have a passion for helping others, then look no further, we would love to have you join the Avamere Family!

Employee Perks:

Tuition assistance & reimbursement
• Mentorship opportunities


• Career Development


• Employee assistance program featuring counseling services, financial coaching, free legal services, and more


• Generous employee referral program


• Paid time off/sick leave (rolls over annnually)


• 401K retirement plan with employer match


• Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage

The primary responsibility of this position is to prepare food to assure that quality food service is provided at all times.

Details

Responsibilities:

• Serve meals that are palatable, appetizing in appearance and in accordance with established portion control procedures, on a timely basis.


• Inspect diet trays; work with the facility's dietitian and process diet changes received from Nursing Services.


• Coordinate food service with other departments.


• Ensure that food and supplies for the next meal are readily available.


• Ensure that menus are maintained and review menus prior to preparation of food.


• Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis.

Qualifications:

• Experience in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred.


• Must have a Food Handler's Card.


• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.


• Must be knowledgeable of food preparation procedures.


• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.


• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.

Facility Information

Nestled in the picturesque city of Albuquerque, New Mexico is Avamere Rehabilitation at Fiesta Park, an 85-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation community. They offer short-term rehabilitation services.

The team values quality care with a 4-star Medicare rating and their mission to enhance the life of every person they serve. The American Health Care Association recognized Avamere Rehabilitation at Fiesta Park for quality care as part of the Quality Initiative Recognition Program.

With private rooms, a large therapy gym, and a beautiful outdoor patio, staff have ample room to work with patients on achieving their goals and enjoying their stay at Avamere.

Get to know more about Avamere Rehabilitation of Fiesta Park on their blog and Facebook.