Cook - Skilled Nursing PRN Newport, OR

Cook - Skilled Nursing or Long-term Care Experience Preferred

Status: PRN

Shift: Days and NOC

Location: Avamere Rehab of Newport 835 SW 11th St, Newport, OR 97365

Apply at Teamavamere.com

"Our team is rich in culture and diversity, where we welcome you to share and express what makes you who you are! We invest in a just culture, where we support your ideas and input to create a better systematic work environment for each other and for the care of our residents.

Success takes a village, and our team is like family - we have many staff members that have proudly worked at Richmond Beach Rehab for 20 years.

We encourage you to have fun and laugh while you work, because we aim for it to be a place you want to be, and a place where you belong." - Dianne, Administrator.

The Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking meals according to the dietary needs and preferences of residents in a skilled nursing facility.

Key duties include menu planning, food preparation, ensuring food safety and sanitation standards, and coordinating with the dietary team to provide nutritious and appealing meals.

The ideal candidate should have culinary experience, knowledge of special dietary requirements, and a commitment to delivering quality service to residents.

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:


* Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.

Low individual and family deductible.


* 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.


* Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.


* EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.


* Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.


* Generous employee referral bonus program.


* Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).


* Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.


* Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

Key Responsibilities:


* Prepare and cook a variety of meals for residents, ensuring nutritional and dietary needs are met.


* Follow standard recipes and menu plans while accommodating special dietary requirements.


* Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment in compliance with health and safety regulations.


* Collaborate with dietary staff to plan and implement menu items that meet the dietary needs of residents.


* Serve meals that are palatable, appetizing in appearance and in accordance with established portion control procedures, on a timely basis.


* Inspect diet trays; work with the facility's dietitian and process diet changes received from Nursing Services.


* Coordinate food service with othe...