What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook position at Katahdin Health Care?
A family-owned business since 1973, purchased in partnership by Ross care and First Atlantic Healthcare, Katahdin Health Care has offered quality care to the elderly in Millinocket, Maine and surrounding area communities. We have become well known for that care and we continue that tradition with pride. We have a 36-bed facility, that includes 12 Memory Care beds. We offer a range of services including: long-term care, skilled care, with physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. Under the ownership of First Atlantic Healthcare, Katahdin Skilled Nursing follows in First Atlantic's long standing reputation for excellence in Long Term Care.
Cook Job Summary
Working for a Maine owned company while taking care of Maine people our Cooks work with a busy Dietary Services team to prepare appetizing and healthful food based on the nutrition and health needs of our Residents.
Responsibilities and duties include but not limited to:
- Review menus prior to preparation of food
- Inspect special diet trays to assure they are correct
- Preparation, cooking, and service of a variety of foods
- General cleaning up of kitchen
- Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies
- Coordinate dietary service with other departments as necessary
- Assist in standardizing the methods in which work will be accomplished
- Assure that food and supplies for the meal are readily available
Requirements:
Education: Associate’s degree preferred, not
required
Experience: Two years related food service experience
Leadership: Position may need leadership skills and experience, if supervising
staff
Excellent communications skills, written and verbal
As a member of the First Atlantic Healthcare family you will benefit from:
- Flexible Shifts
- Tuition reimbursement and education support
- Full time employees have access to full benefits; medical, dental, vision, and disability
- Flexible savings account, including medical and dependent care
- Paid Time Off available to all employees
- 401(k) Retirement savings program with employer contribution
- Employer paid life insurance
- Home and auto insurance through payroll deduction
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discounts through Vizient
- A great place to grow in health care and the food services field
As part of a strong clinical team, providing amazing care and support to our Residents, we invest in your future and allow for the ability to grow and build a career with us.
For over 30 years, First Atlantic Healthcare has been committed to the care and improvement of our residents by delivery individualized, high quality, cost effective healthcare services throughout the state of Maine. We have invested in the rebuilding and updating of all skilled nursing, skilled rehabilitation, long term care and assisted living facilities statewide that demonstrate First Atlantic’s commitment to providing all of Maine with dignified, modern healthcare that centers on the patient experience.
