Cook​/Dining Services

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals in accordance with dietary guidelines and patient needs.
• Ensure high standards of food safety, sanitation, and hygiene during meal preparation and storage.
• Collaborate with dietitians and the care team to create tailored meal plans that meet the nutritional needs of patients.
• Monitor food inventory levels and assist in ordering supplies as needed to maintain kitchen operations.
• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas, following strict hygiene protocols.
• Participate in special events and themed meals to enhance the dining experience for patients and staff.
• This is a full-time position working day shift hours.

Our cooks work ten hour shifts. When cooks arrive at work, they review the day’s established menu and prepare the work area, cook the meals in large batches, and serve approximately 120 meals per mealtime. As part of our food and work safety practices, our cooks also monitor temperatures of the cooler, freezer, and dishwashers, record results, report any deviations from proper temperatures, and complete routine cleaning tasks including mopping and dishwashing.

Our cooks prepare and serve three meals per day and have alternative options for special diets.

• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary degree or certification preferred.
• Proven experience as a Cook or in a similar role in a healthcare or restaurant setting.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and guidelines in a kitchen environment.
• Ability to prepare meals in accordance with dietary restrictions and preferences.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with a diverse team.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Flexibility to accommodate various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to push, pull and lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical activities such as prolonged standing, walking, bending, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Ability to work a rotating schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Current Georgia Driver's License with no more than 3 moving violations in the past 3 years, no multiple violations without insurance, no more than 2 at fault accidents on record in the past 3 years, no convictions for DUI or DWI within the past 7 years, no convictions for serious infractions such as reckless driving, leaving the scene of an accident, or fleeing a police officer, no convictions for vehicular homicide manslaughter.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Short and Long Term Disability
• 401K with match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• and additional voluntary benefits and discounts (Even Pet Insurance!!)

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