DescriptionCook:Status: Part- TimeLocation: Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound - 630 S Pearl St, Tacoma WA 98465People come to our 5-Star rated, air-conditioned facility for first-class healing amongst beautiful surroundings - both in and outside the building.This 60-bed, all private rooms, skilled nursing community features a gym surrounded by glass for an open feel. Our staff enjoy the small staff:patient ratios, which allows them to focus and provide the upmost compassionate care. Work with seniors in a resort-like setting at Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound.Employee Perks:Tuition assistanceMentorship opportunitiesEmployee assistance program featuring free counseling services, financial coaching, legal services and moreGenerous employee referral programPaid time off/sick leave (rolls over annually)401K retirement plan with employer contributionsComprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverageResponsibilities:Serve meals that are palatable, appetizing in appearance and in accordance with established portion control procedures, on a timely basis.Inspect diet trays; work with the facility's dietitian and process diet changes received from Nursing Services.Coordinate food services with other departments.Ensure that food and supplies for the next meal are readily available.Ensure that menus are maintained and review menus prior to preparation of food.Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis.Qualifications:Experience in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred.Must have a Food Handler's Card.Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.Must be knowledgeable of food preparation procedures.Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.QualificationsLicenses & CertificationsFood Handlers Card (required)Avamere Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer