Job Description:

Now hiring a Full-time Cook for variable shifts!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Cook prepares food in accordance with menus, diet specifications, resident preference, and sanitary practices under the supervision of the Food and Nutrition Services Manager or Dining Services Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.Prepares, cooks, and serves food in accordance with the menu and food and nutrition standards, including presentation, taste, and texture. Samples food for quality assurance prior to service.

2.Ensures foods are cooked and held at the appropriate temperatures. Records food temperatures throughout the cooking and holding process.

3.Partners with supervisor to review menus and record necessary substitutions.

4.Ensures that food supplies are available and prepared as needed for upcoming meals. Notifies supervisor of needed supplies.

5.Maintains a clean and safe work area, cleaning spills and assisting in daily or scheduled cleaning.

6.Ensures proper storage, rotation, preparation, and labeling of food in accordance with Federal, State, and local guidelines and Prestige policy. Discards outdated food.

7.Partners with dietary staff to ensure equipment is working properly and at the appropriate temperature. Records temperature of equipment throughout shift as needed. Reports faulty equipment immediately.

8.Follows facility fire safety, infection control, and hazardous chemical practices and promptly reports any unsafe conditions.

9.Assists in planning and preparing food services for special meals, events, and parties as needed.

10.Assists in storing incoming food and supplies as assigned.

11.Attends and participates in training, in-services, and staff meetings.

12.Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPANY WIDE RESPONSIBILITIES

1.Demonstrates Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Commitment, and Trust.

2.Supports a dignified and caring atmosphere with residents, residents' families, visitors, and staff.

3.Protects privacy and confidentiality of information pertaining to residents, team members, the department/center/community, and company information and records.

4.Maintains a safe and secure working environment and practices safe working habits.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

A minimum of one year experience cooking in a restaurant or the dietary department of a hospital or similar environment. General kitchen/dietary experience may be considered in lieu of direct cooking experience. Must have required State certification or food service license.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent knowledge and skills obtained through a combination of education, training, and experience.

EOE/M/F/VETS/DISABLED - At Prestige, it is our promise to personally touch lives every day. It is a philosophy of caring based on our core values of integrity, trust, commitment, and respect, that are at the center of all that we do. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents all of us, coming from different experiences, cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints. Inclusion is the way we treat one another and how we celebrate what makes us different.

In adherence with state federal mandates, Prestige Care team members are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by October 18, 2021 as a condition of employment, unless a team member qualifies for a religious or medical exemption.::

Richland Rehabilitation Center::

Richland Rehabilitation Center-Prestige Care

THE LOCATION:

Located in Washington's Tri Cities at 1745 Pike Ave, in Richland, beautiful scenery surround Prestige Care's Richland Rehabilitation Center. With an amazing number of outdoor recreational opportunities and indoor activities just a short drive away. Our Richland location is a Prestige "Campus of Care." We offer a continuum of care from assisted living to skilled nursing and rehabilitation.

At Richland Rehabilitation Center we are dedicated to you and your loved one by providing the assistance you need, the independence you want, with the dignity and respect you deserve. We promote a positive and healthy environment so that our residents can achieve the highest level of independence, with the very best offerings in physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy and Restorative Nursing.

We provide stimulating activities for all our residents to meet their social, recreational, and their spiritual needs. Our food service manager takes pride in planning fresh, well-balanced meals according to individual nutritional needs and personal tastes.

THE COMPANY:

Prestige Care is a family of over 75 skilled nursing + post-acute care centers, as well as assisted living and memory care communities in 8 Western states. We are an organization of over 5,000 team members who serve thousands of residents, where we have the privilege of personally touching their lives every day.

We have four core values of integrity, trust, commitment, and respect that guide everything that we do. With a strong commitment to career development and advancement, Prestige Care is an employer that can help you achieve your career goals and objectives. With a healthcare career at Prestige Care, you will enjoy a collaborative, team-oriented environment where your work truly matters at the end of every day.:

Any Questions Contact: RichlandSNFAdministrator@prestigecare.com:

Prestige Care is about people helping people, and is rooted in a philosophy of caring based on our core values - respect, integrity, commitment, and trust - that are at the center of all we do. Our mission is to provide quality care, guided by a compassionate heart and our promise is to personally touch lives every day. At Prestige we offer a dynamic and collaborative environment where you will not only make a difference in the lives of others every day; you have the opportunity to grow professionally, learn new skills and advance your career.:

Build Your Healthcare Career with Prestige Care:

Prestige Care is a family-owned and operated industry leader in the skilled nursing, assisted living, and rehabilitation space. As a Prestige Care team member, you are more than just an "employee," you are part of our family. With a company focus on career development and advancement, there are many opportunities for advancement at our over 80 communities and care centers in 8 Western states. The healthcare career opportunities are endless and we look forward to collaborating with you to achieve your professional goals. Check out the career path that you can take with Prestige Care below::

We also offer a full benefits suite to eligible employees that includes the following:
* Medical, dental, and vision coverage

* HSA/FSA accounts

* Employer paid group life and ADD insruance

* 401(k) plan with company match

* Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays

* Employee Assistance Program

* Commitment to career development and continuing education

* Scholarship/ tuition reimbursement

* Flexible scheduling

* Employee discounts: cell service, theme parks, and so much more!
*Benefits may vary by location:

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