Healthcare Cook (25395)

COOK Work Hours: 5:30 am - 2:00 pm & 11:30 am - 8:00 pm BridgePoint Healthcare At BridgePoint, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference that matters. We know the path to recovery doesn't happen alone. As a team, we work cohesively to meet each patient's unique needs. We are a team-driven environment and we care about our own! Our employees form the foundation of everything we do - optimizing patient healing and wellness, and creating a warm and welcoming environment. It is because of the dedication of our employees that we can live out our mission, vision, and company values every day. It is at BridgePoint where care, community, and careers happen. Cook Job Summary: Here at BridgePoint the Cook prepares and serves food using proper food handling and food safety techniques for patients, employees and special events, resulting in foods that taste good, are served at the proper temperature, and in an attractive manner in accordance with established standards. Maintains a clean and safe working environment in accordance with established standards. Coordinates and assists in the overall functions of the Food Service department. Works with the Registered Dietitian to ensure the provision of adequate nutrition services for quality patient care. Coordinates with the Director to ensure the daily operations of the dietary department are carried out. Prepares, seasons and cooks food for facility patients, employees, visitors, and for special functions. Dietary, Healthcare Cook, Hospital Cook, Chef, Healthcare Chef, Hospital Chef, Culinary, Dietary Services, Food Management Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; experience cooking ( 2 years) required in lieu of education. Able to read and write in English language. Licenses/Certification: Food Management Certificate required within 6 months of employment Experience: Possess the basic understanding of modified diets, and three years in commercial or institutional food preparation, or two years' experience in an assistant cook position, or an Associate's Degree or equivalent in Culinary Arts. Safety Sensitive-Designated Positions About BridgePoint BridgePoint Healthcare is dedicated to promoting healing and wellness in a safe and welcoming environment, with an individualized path to recovery for each patient. BridgePoint Healthcare provides patient-centered, individualized care for patients requiring longer hospitalizations in post-acute care settings. We are a diversified provider of post-acute care in settings ranging from long-term acute care hospitals to skilled nursing facilities. Our locations include two in Washington, DC (BridgePoint Hospital National Harborside and BridgePoint Hospital Capitol Hill), and one in New Orleans (BridgePoint Continuing Care Hospital - West Jefferson Campus).