Cook - Livengrin Foundation Bensalem, PA, USA Requisition Number 15761 Location Livengrin Job Description Healthcare Cook – Nourish Recovery, One Meal at a TimeNo Late Nights! Are you passionate about cooking and ready to make a difference in the lives of patients? Join our healthcare nutrition team as a Cook and help prepare fresh, healing meals that support wellness and recovery in a calm, caring environment. What You’ll Do: + Prepare and cook meals according to healthcare dietary guidelines and patient menus + Ensure all food is prepared safely and attractively + Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized kitchen environment + Collaborate with dietary and clinical staff to meet patients’ nutritional and medical needs + Follow procedures for special diets, allergies, and food restrictions Why You’ll Love This Job: + No late nights – finish your day with time for yourself + Stable, predictable schedule with weekend shifts + Work in a mission-driven setting where your meals truly matter + Be part of a supportive, team-oriented environment + Paid training and opportunities to grow in healthcare food service We’re Looking For: + Basic cooking knowledge – we’ll train the right person! + A strong commitment to food safety and sanitation + A dependable, caring attitude and good communication skills + Comfort working in a clinical or patient-centered setting + A passion for nourishing others Why Join Us? + Competitive pay + opportunities for growth + Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and retirement + Paid time off About Us: At Whitsons we believe that food is a powerful part of healing. Our cooks are valued team members who provide comfort and care through every meal. Join us and be part of a healthcare mission that starts in the kitchen. Apply today and help serve wellness on a plate – at Whitsons our mission is Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™. *This position is responsible for making and serving nutritious meals for residents in a safe and healthful manner. Service daily hot breakfast, lunch and dinner line to ensure compliance with portioning, plate presentation and quality guidelines.* Determine time and sequence of cooking operations to meet meal serving deadlines (e.g., breakfast, lunch, dinner). Batch cooking is required. Do not cook product for entire day service at once.* Prepare and submit food and paper orders according to menu and production logs* Perform temperature checks during meal period to ensure food is being served hot. Log results in temperature log.* Follows assigned break schedules.* Follow sanitation requirements according to state, federal or local safe food handling and as prescribed by manager.* Assist in implementation and follow-up of sanitation cleaning schedule for all kitchen areas and equipment.* Prepare and update Production records and temperature logs. When applicable, assist with production required / assigned throughout kitchen.* Complies with all requirements of the mandated food handling certification requirements* Attend weekly kitchen meetings held by head chef or manager.* Follows all Whitsons policies & procedures at all times ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* Ensure compliance with all portioning, plate presentations and quality guidelines.* Maintain a sanitary and attractive work area at all times. Clean as you go.* Stock enough supplies at your station to last the entire day.* Menu signage is to be neat, clean, colorful and complete.* Set up attractive display plates for each menu daily.* Must adhere to all Whitsons policies Requirements Education:* High school graduate or equivalent.* Must complete all Whitsons and government required training as necessaryCertifications:* Servsafe certificationOther Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:* Ability to speak and read English in order to understand and perform job assignments.* Must be proficient in recipe procedures and cooking techniques.* 1 year professional culinary experience required* Always present a positive and professional image. Work Schedule Sunday - Thursday 10:00am - 6:00pm Supervisor Stephen Forsyth Salary Target 18