Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is an experienced partner managing housekeeping, laundry, dining, and nutritional services within the healthcare market. For over 45 years, we have provided essential services to thousands of healthcare communities across the country. As one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies, we have been recognized for treating our customers and employees fairly and pursuing excellence via an ever-evolving and expanding focus on training and the development of team members at every level.

Company Purpose: Fostering Fulfillment In Communities.

Values: Integrity, Collaboration, Empowerment, Passion & Perseverance (aka Grit).

You are driven, ambitious, and have a personal calling for serving people, with a desire to positively impact your community. You enjoy collaborating with others, aren't afraid to roll up your sleeves, and go beyond to get the job done. You have a passion and desire to deliver the highest customer and resident experience every day.

Position Summary: Cook - Prepares and serves food, including texture modified and therapeutic diets following facility menus, current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, in line with our established policies and procedures to ensure that quality dining services are provided at all times. Assists in assuring proper receiving, storage, preparation, serving, sanitation, and cleaning procedures are followed. In the absence of the Dining Services Director, will also support Dietary Aide as necessary and direct other employees with approval.

Responsibilities include:

• Utilizing protective gear in all appropriate functions.
• Responsible for the safe and proper mixing and use of cleaning solutions while adhering to all safety precautions.
• Reporting equipment/cleaning product needs and malfunctions to supervisor in a timely fashion.
• Ensuring the established standards, safety, and quality guidelines are met.
• Following infection control and universal precautions policies and procedures.
• Consistent attendance and punctual arrival.
• Timely completion of assigned cleaning area according to schedule.
• Positively representing HCSG by following instructions, being courteous, and cooperative.
• Having positive, pleasant, and tactful interactions with residents, staff, and facility guests.

Qualifications:

• Culinary certificate/degree and/or 5+ years of culinary experience.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude with the ability to follow instructions.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience in food preparation preferred.
• Must be able to perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
• Must live in the service area.

HCSG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to all employees and applicants without discrimination.

• FREE Telemedicine and Prescription Discount Program.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and supplemental health plans.
• Employee Assistance Programs for health, financial, and family services.
• Employee Recognition Programs.
• Going Beyond Assistance Fund for emergency and disaster assistance.
• Paid Holidays and Vacation for eligible employees.
• Early access to a portion of earnings through PNC EarnedIt.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan available after two years of service.
• Nationwide transfer opportunities.

• Culinary certificate/degree and/or 5+ years of culinary experience as a Line Cook, Sous Chef, or similar position.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Experience in food preparation preferred.
• Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification required based on State/County law.
• Must be able to lift/carry a maximum of 50 pounds.
• Compliance with COVID-19 Vaccination Policies.