Chef Manager

We are hiring a Chef Manager to join our dynamic care team at Southeast Rehab in North Easton! Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.
Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication.
We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice.
We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.
As Chef Manager, the primary purpose of your position is to prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, with our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Dietician and/or Food Service Manager, to assure that quality food service is provided at all times.
Experience: A minimum of one (1) year dietary experience in a supervisory capacity in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility or other related medical field is preferred.
Duties and Responsibilities: Follow therapeutic diets ordered by the physician, ensure the proper serving temperature of food.
Must be able to provide point of service meal delivery.
Maintain visual appeal of the food.
Monitor daily nourishments.
Follow standardized recipes.
Assure that meals are served at the proper time and assure proper portion control.
Adhere to sanitation and storage policy and procedure.
Demonstrate correct safety techniques.
Respect and take care of the facility equipment and is not wasteful of supplies.
Contributes to and promote positive resident and family relations.
Follows facility policies and procedures.
Is knowledgeable in and ensures staff comply with privacy practices to protect residents’ health information.
Continue growth and expand job knowledge.
Demonstrate leadership skills.
Maximize the potential of each employee supervised.
Represents Dining Services at Interdisciplinary Care Conference.
Specific Requirements: Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action, is responsible for overall operation of the department in the absence of the Director of Dining Services.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
Must be knowledgeable of dining service practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations and guidelines governing dining services functions in the long-term care facility, including JCAHO.
Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and non-professional personnel.
Must have the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, procedures, etc.
, of the Dining Services Department.
Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc.
, and maintain the appearance of dining service areas, must perform regular inspections of dining services area for sanitation order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties.
Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.
Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing dining services practices.
About Athena Health Care Systems: Southeast Rehab is managed by Athena Health Care Systems.
Athena Health Care Systems, headquartered in Connecticut, has been a pioneer in delivering exceptional healthcare services since its establishment in 1984.
Operating nursing homes across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as one of the premier and highly regarded providers of skilled nursing centers in Southern New England.
Through our commitment to improving both the lives of our residents and the quality of our environments, we have transformed our managed facilities into thriving communities where residents enjoy an enhanced quality of life, and employees find a fulfilling and supportive work environment.
Become a vital part of our team committed to delivering exceptional care to the residents we serve.
Athena’s Benefits: Competitive and Weekly Pay Holiday and Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees 401(k) with Employer Match for All Team Members Career Advancement Opportunities Exclusive Employer Discount Program Benefits Available for Eligible Team Members: Vacation and Personal Time Employer Paid Life Insurance Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Health insurance among the lowest employee contributions in the state (Employee Contributions as low as $12.
00 for singles & $39.
00 for families) We are an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels.
All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.
Location: 184 Lincoln Street, Easton, Massachusetts 02356 Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Pay rate: Hourly pay Shift: Day shift Weekly day range: Monday to Friday Rotating weekends Work setting: Nursing home Rehabilitation center Work Location: In person Job Features Job Category Dining Services