Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are at the heart of Cantex. We are committed to a culture that respects our differences and values the contributions of all people.

The overall purpose of the Cook/Assistant Chef position is to ensure that Patient meals are properly prepared/cooked and apportioned according to authorized menus in a timely manner. This position ensures all meals are prepared in a sanitized environment and in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations.

Essential Functions:

• Prepares or directs preparation of food items on assigned/scheduled menus.
• Adheres to food production and usage schedules and avoids waste.
• Appropriately and immediately labels, dates, and stores food items/leftovers after use.
• Maintains sanitation of equipment and utensils, all work, and storage areas by cleaning immediately after use.
• Prepares or directs preparation of special items, meals, and snacks.
• Identifies and corrects safety hazards in food service areas.
• Assists in establishment and maintenance of perpetual supplies inventory and notifies Nutrition Services Director of shortages or discrepancies.
• Complies with established policy, practices, and standards for food preparation.
• Logs and records temperatures of food, refrigerators, freezers, and dispensers as appropriate.
• May assist in the training, orientation, and supervision of newly hired Nutrition Services staff when assigned as a PIE (Partner in Excellence).
• Determines that food is prepared and served on trays as attractively as possible and that the flavor and temperature are correct.
• Assists in standardization of recipes to meet menu needs.
• Maintains portion control of foods served.
• Assists in checking food supplies on food order forms as they arrive from vendors.
• Maintains orderly and correct storage of all food items, dry storage, freezer storage, and refrigerator storage.
• Responsible for assuring patient/resident safety.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.

We are an Equal opportunity employer; We offer an excellent benefit plan including various insurance plans and a highly competitive compensation package.

• 401K with match.
• CEU reimbursement.
• Vacation, sick, and holidays.
• Medical, dental, and supplemental insurance plans.
• Highly competitive compensation package.

• Current state Food Manager Certificate.
• Experience in quality food preparation and production in a long-term care or healthcare setting.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
• Knowledge of sanitation and food safety standards.
• Ability to function as a Team Leader/Role Model.