Job Description
We are looking for a great team member that can work on-call as both a cook and dietary aide.
The Cook prepares food in accordance with menus, diet specifications, resident preference, and sanitary practices under the supervision of the Food and Nutrition Services Manager or Dining Services Manager.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1.Prepares, cooks, and serves food in accordance with the menu and food and nutrition standards, including presentation, taste, and texture. Samples food for quality assurance prior to service.
2.Ensures foods are cooked and held at the appropriate temperatures. Records food temperatures throughout the cooking and holding process.
3.Partners with supervisor to review menus and record necessary substitutions.
4.Ensures that food supplies are available and prepared as needed for upcoming meals. Notifies supervisor of needed supplies.
5.Maintains a clean and safe work area, cleaning spills and assisting in daily or scheduled cleaning.
6.Ensures proper storage, rotation, preparation, and labeling of food in accordance with Federal, State, and local guidelines and Prestige policy. Discards outdated food.
7.Partners with dietary staff to ensure equipment is working properly and at the appropriate temperature. Records temperature of equipment throughout shift as needed. Reports faulty equipment immediately.
8.Follows facility fire safety, infection control, and hazardous chemical practices and promptly reports any unsafe conditions.
9.Assists in planning and preparing food services for special meals, events, and parties as needed.
10.Assists in storing incoming food and supplies as assigned.
11.Attends and participates in training, in-services, and staff meetings.
12.Performs other duties as assigned.
COMPANY WIDE RESPONSIBILITIES
1.Demonstrates Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Commitment, and Trust.
2.Supports a dignified and caring atmosphere with residents, residents’ families, visitors, and staff.
3.Protects privacy and confidentiality of information pertaining to residents, team members, the department/center/community, and company information and records.
4.Maintains a safe and secure working environment and practices safe working habits.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
A minimum of one year experience cooking in a restaurant or the dietary department of a hospital or similar environment. General kitchen/dietary experience may be considered in lieu of direct cooking experience. Must have required State certification or food service license.
EDUCATION
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent knowledge and skills obtained through a combination of education, training, and experience.
EOE/M/F/VETS/DISABLED – At Prestige, it is our promise to personally touch lives every day. It is a philosophy of caring based on our core values of integrity, trust, commitment, and respect, that are at the center of all that we do. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents all of us, coming from different experiences, cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints. Inclusion is the way we treat one another and how we celebrate what makes us different.
Prestige is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.:
In adherence with state federal mandates, Prestige Care team members are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 as an condition of employment, unless a team member qualifies and receives an approved religious or medical exemption.:
Linda Vista Nursing Rehab Center:
Linda Vista is Located at 135 Maple Street in Ashland, OR 97520 . Located just off of North Main Street and three blocks from Ashland Community Hospital sits our care center. Linda Vista Nursing and Rehab Center is an open and bright nursing and rehabilitation center with a stunning view of our downtown community. Our rehabilitation center possesses a small, community-like environment that provides personal attention for each and every patient.:
Nestled at the base of the Siskiyou and Cascade mountain ranges, Ashland has a reputation for great outdoor recreation in the city limits and beyond. And with the famous Mt. Ashland Ski Area nearby, fun stays in Ashland year-round.:
Linda Vista is a National Quality Award Winning Facility by the American Healthcare Association National Center for Assisted Living. Matt is a positive leader always looking to be the best for their staff. The staff at Linda Vista differentiates them from the rest of the industry. You won’t find a better team in the area. Each member of the team carries their load yet is always willing to help their teammate to no end.:
Our community is stunning, immaculately kept up and a truly safe and enjoyable place to spend your working days. Celebration, fun, and encouragement of one and other is daily. Everyone is a team-player and always pitching in to help. The laughter of our team members as well as our residents flood the halls to give it a family-oriented feel.:
If working in a home-like setting, with a robust team atmosphere, and with a national award-winning employer that has a great promote-from-within culture, then Linda Vista is the place for you.:
Who Is Prestige Care?
Prestige Care is a family of over 75 skilled nursing + post-acute care centers, as well as assisted living and memory care communities in 8 Western states. We are an organization of over 5,000 team members who serve thousands of residents, where we have the privilege of personally touching their lives every day.
Benefits
Beginning January 2023, Prestige is excited to offer a great medical plan with low monthly premiums for Full Time (32 hr+) Oregon Skilled Nursing Center employees and dependents!:
Oregon SNF Union Employees:
- Employee Only: $35/month
- Employee Spouse: $70/month
- Employee Family: $105/month
Oregon SNF Non-Union Employees:
- Employee Only: $75/month
- Employee Spouse: $200/month
- Employee Family: $300/month
Our comprehensive benefit package includes:
- A choice of health plans – Kaiser Permanente or Regence BlueCross BlueShield
- Coverage begins the first of the month after start date
- Preventative care covered at 100% /Generic Rx covered at 100%/Office Visit Co-pay $20
- Vision - VSP/Dental - Delta
- Employer paid Life and ADD
- 401k w/company match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off Program/Paid holidays
- Annual wage increases
- Scholarship/Tuition reimbursement
- Nursing Assistant students not employed by Prestige Care Full Time outside of their class will not be benefit eligible as they are not considered employees:::::::