Dietary Cook

Welcome to Cherokee Park Rehabilitation! As the name implies, we are nestled in the heart of the beautiful Cherokee Park. We are a long-term care and rehabilitation home dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our residents. We pride ourselves on creating a home-like atmosphere where residents feel valued, comfortable, and respected. Our center features a women-only Alzheimer's care wing, providing specialized and compassionate care in a supportive and safe environment. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond resident care, as we equally prioritize the satisfaction, growth, and well-being of our staff.

                We believe in "Growing Our Own." With numerous career advancement opportunities and a robust tuition reimbursement program, Cherokee supports your professional development and helps your career flourish. Our mentorship programs provide guidance and support, helping you navigate your career path and achieve your professional goals.We maintain an open-door policy and prioritize transparent communication, ensuring all staff members are informed and involved in our decision-making processes.

Working at Cherokee means making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents and their families. Your work has a direct impact on Cherokee Park and the Highlands. Engage in our community volunteering and fundraising activities, contributing to the well-being of the broader community and fostering a sense of fulfillment and connection.

 Join us and be part of a team that truly cares about your success and well-being. At Cherokee Park, you are not just an employee; you are a valued member of our family. Experience a workplace that values your contributions, encourages your growth, and provides a sense of belonging. Join us and make a difference in the lives of our residents while advancing your career in a supportive and nurturing environment.

We offer the following to our amazing staff:

·         Quarterly Micro Raises: Consistently rewarding exceptional performance with quarterly salary increases. Eligible for up to 5.5% raise per year!

·         Career Growth Opportunities: We prioritize internal growth and advancement.

·         Monthly Staff Appreciation Events: Celebrating our staff's hard work and dedication with parties, giveaways, and prizes.

·         Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health, dental, and vision insurance to support our employees' well-being.

·         Tuition Reimbursement Program: Supporting continuous learning and career advancement with financial assistance.

·         Retirement Savings Plan: Offering a 401K plan for long-term financial security.

·         DailyPay Option: Offering flexibility with daily access to earned wages.

·         Uniforms Offered: Ensuring a unified workplace environment.

·         PTO with accruals for full time employees: Earn more paid time off to support work-life balance.

Summary/Objective:

In keeping with our organization’s tradition, we seek to enhance the quality of life and holistic growth of older persons by providing high quality service in a cheerful, timely manner and by communicating, coordinating, and cooperating with others to attain goals. The dietary cook position is responsible for providing nourishing food to residents, guests and employees under sanitary conditions as directed and in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Dietary Cook Essential Functions:

• Prepares food for patients and residents.
• Ensures food supplies are appropriate and places orders when necessary.
• Ensures a clean kitchen and workspace.
• Supervises dietary assistant.

Dietary Cook Preferred Education and Experience:

• Experience as a Dietary Cook in a health care setting

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Facility is an equal opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.