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Citadel At Saint Benedict is currently in search of a Culinary Specialist to enhance our dining services. The Culinary Specialist is responsible for preparing and serving meals for residents, ensuring adherence to food safety protocols and nutritional standards while treating all residents with dignity and respect.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review menus prior to food preparation.
• Inspect specialized diet trays to ensure the correct meals are served to residents.
• Complete necessary administrative tasks, including forms and reports, and submit them to management.
• Follow all dietary procedures in accordance with established policies.
• Assist in organizing food service production lines to ensure timely meal preparation.
• Process dietary changes and new diets as communicated by nursing and dietary staff.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proficient in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English.
• Able to read recipes and adjust ingredient quantities for different serving sizes.
• Experience in cooking a variety of foods in large quantities.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: Two or more years of culinary experience in a healthcare setting, such as a hospital or skilled nursing facility.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk, reach, bend, lift, sit for extended periods, grasp, coordinate fine motor skills, push, pull, and distinguish various smells and temperatures, with or without mechanical assistance.

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive compensation with daily pay options.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Comprehensive medical insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• Innovative training programs for professional development.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Paid time off for work-life balance.

About Citadel Healthcare:

Citadel Healthcare is dedicated to providing exceptional long and short-term skilled nursing care. We prioritize personalized, integrated care that considers the overall well-being of each resident and their families, striving to exceed their expectations. Our culture of empathy and respect ensures that we meet individual preferences and needs, helping each resident feel at home and achieve optimal health outcomes.

Citadel Healthcare Facilities are Equal Opportunity Employers.