Cook Career Opportunity Recognized for your culinary skills Are you passionate about creating culinary delights that leave a lasting impression? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a cook who not only brings skill to the kitchen but also seeks a career close to home and close to heart. In this role, you'll be instrumental in preparing therapeutic and modified diets for patients. Join us in a culinary journey that goes beyond the kitchen and resonates with the warmth of helping others. If you're ready to infuse your love for cooking into a career that matters, your next chapter starts here. Welcome to a kitchen where your skills meet a sense of belonging. A Glimpse into Our World At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Working with us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. Our achievements include being named one of the "World’s Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing. Starting Perks and Benefits At Encompass Health, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where you can thrive. From day one, you will have access to: • Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families. • Generous paid time off that accrues over time. • Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education. • Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans. • Flexible spending and health savings accounts. • A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do! Become the Cook you always wanted to be • Apportion servings according to menu combinations or orders for patients. • Follow menus, recipes, and oral instructions in the preparation of various foods. • Serve appropriate portion sizes based on menu specifications. • Plan timing of preparation of the food to ensure food satisfaction. • Ensure satisfaction regarding taste, texture, temperature and appearance. Qualifications • Possession of a food handler's permit, if required by state or county regulations. • Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets. • Recent institutional cooking experience and/or exposure to special function cooking are desirable. • Familiarity with all H.A.C.C.P. and food safety guidelines. • Flexibility in working weekdays, weekends, evenings, or night shifts to meet deadlines is expected.