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Athena Health Care Systems

Nursing Home Cook

Athena Health Care Systems, Model City, New York, United States

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Part‑time Cook position at Wadsworth Glen Health Care and Rehabilitation Center in Middletown.>

Schedule: 11:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m., every other weekend. Base pay: $19.13 per hour.

Duties and Responsibilities

Follow therapeutic diets ordered by the.

Ensure the proper serving temperature of food.

Maintain visual appeal of the food.

Monitor daily nourishment and follow standardized recipes.

Assure proper portion control.

Adhere to sanitation and storage policy and procedure.

Other duties assigned by the manager.

Specific Requirements

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

Must have reading, writing, speaking, and understanding of English.

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

Must deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.

Must be knowledgeable of dining service procedures and related laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to hospital and nursing home operations.

Must possess leadership ability and willingness to supervise professional and non‑professional personnel.

Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, and the appearance of work areas, performing regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of assigned duties.

Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, and be willing to handle residents as appropriate to their maturity level.

Athena’s Benefits

Competitive and weekly pay

Holiday pay for hourly and salaried employees

Overtime pay for hourly employees

Career advancement opportunities

Exclusive employer discount program

Employer‑paid life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Vacation and personal time

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Part‑time

Job function Management and Manufacturing

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.

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