Summary:  

Prepares and serves food using proper food handling and food safety techniques for residents, as well as employees and special events that tastes good and is 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.  

 Qualifications:

     Education:          

• Minimum of tenth grade or above
• GED or High School Diploma or above preferred   

       Licenses/Certification:

• ServSafe Food Safety Certification preferred
• Food Handlers permit if required per state regulations 

       Experience:

• Minimum of three years experience in large quantity food preparation. Experience with therapeutic diet preparation preferred.

NOTE: Federal Child Labor Laws do not permit employees younger than 18 years of age to work with or repair,

              adjust, or clean power-driven machines such as meat slicers and commercial mixers.  Therefore, individuals

              must be at least 18 years of age to be employed in this position.

Essential Functions:

• Prepares food for regular and therapeutic diets according to the planned menu, as well as employees and special events, as instructed by the supervisor.
• Prepares alternative items to meet residents’ individual needs and food preferences.
• Prepares and /or portions of food using proper food handling and food safety techniques according to established policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulations.
• Makes only authorized changes to the planned menu and records the change according to established policy.
• Ensure that food tastes good and is served in an attractive, appetizing manner.
• Utilizes standardized recipes to prepare menu items.
• Ensures that meals and snacks are delivered to designated areas according to established time schedules.
• Ensures that the proper quantity of food is prepared and/or pre-portioned as directed and within established time schedules.
• Maintains the proper temperature of food during preparation and service.  Records temperatures of food according to established procedures.
• Serves resident meals/snacks accurately in accordance with the planned menu, the resident’s diet order, and food preferences.
• Uses the correct portion control utensils during the preparation, pre-portioning, and service of food.
• Labels, dates, and stores food properly according to established policies.
• Ensures that refrigerator/freezer temperatures are within the appropriate range.  Records temperatures on appropriate logs and reports any discrepancies to the supervisor.
• Washes dishes, etc. according to established procedures for manual and/or automatic dishwashing.  Records water temperatures and/or sanitizer on designated logs.  Reports any problems with proper water temperatures or sanitizer to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Keeps work area clean and uncluttered during preparation and service of food.
• Performs cleaning assignments according to established policies and utilizes the proper cleaning chemicals.
• Performs duties using proper infection control techniques and using protective equipment as needed.
• Ensures that dishes, etc. are readily available for the next meal.  Stores dishes, etc. in the proper location in a way to prevent contamination.
• Assists in receiving, storing, and verifying invoices for incoming food, supplies, etc. as indicated by the supervisor.
• Ensures that an adequate supply of food, supplies, etc. is available at

Summary:  Manages the operation of the Dietary Department and supervises the preparation, presentation and serving of food to residents in large buildings.  

 Qualifications:

     Education:          

• GED or High School Diploma
• BS in business or similar preferred
• Culinary Arts Degree preferred  

       Licenses/Certification:

      Experience:

• Two years experience in large quantity food preparation. Experience with therapeutic and mechanically altered diet preparation preferred. One year experience in a supervisory role.

Essential Functions:

• Performs general management functions such as hiring, disciplining and evaluating employees.
• Instructs employees in the safe operation and maintenance of equipment, proper food preparation and handling techniques, and the work area cleanup process.
• Develops procedures that ensure residents are served the correct food, in proper proportions, at the right temperature and in sanitary conditions.
• Monitors food preparation for compliance with menus and recipes.
• Checks for special diet or nutritional requirements for new residents.
• Instructs employees in the proper cleaning and sanitizing of dishes, pots and pans and otherutensils.
• Participates in patient care conferences.
• Prepares work schedules and maintains adequate staffing.
• Orders food and supplies, checks shipments, and conducts inventories.
• Participates in facility “Performance Improvement Program.”
• Develops budgets and ensures budget levels are not exceeded.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.
• Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company’s Code of Business Conduct, its policies and procedures, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, applicable Federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of safe food preparation and handling techniques.
• Knowledge of basic nutrition and food.
• Skilled in quantity food production.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members and at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to be accurate, concise, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to read, speak, understand, and communicate effectively in English through verbal and written means.
• Ability to do basic math.

Status:  Full Time

Hours:  5 am to 1:30 pm

Nationally recognized for the silver achievement in quality award, Homestead Rehabilitation Center cares for people while providing peace of mind to loved ones each step of the way.  Our specialties include Short-term and Long-term living, Rehabilitation, Respite and Memory Care.  You will find opportunities to grow your career with us and be inspired personally, with our current job openings there is a place for you to make a difference.

Responsibilities:

The primary purpose of this position is to prepare food in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations; with our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Director of Food Services, to assure that quality food service is provided at all times.  Duties include overall meal preparation, tray line, dish washing, cleaning of kitchen area, and preparing or serving wholesome meals to residents.

Qualifications:

Must be a least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or equivalent and hold or be willing to obtain a Food Handler’s permit.  At least 1 year of experience in dining service is preferred.

Benefits:

Competitive pay, benefits

Position: Medication Aide

Status: Full Time, Part Time

Shifts Available:  Includes weekend rotation, and a holiday rotation.

Nationally recognized for the silver achievement in quality award, Homestead Rehabilitation Center cares for people while providing peace of mind to loved ones each step of the way.  Our specialties include Short-term and Long-term living, Rehabilitation, Respite and Memory Care.  You will find opportunities to grow your career with us and be inspired personally, with our current job openings there is a place for you to make a difference.

Responsibilities:

The primary purpose of this position is the provision of nursing care and treatment to residents as assigned and under the direction of the Director of Nursing.  All services provided shall be in accordance with established nursing standards, policies, procedures, and practices of the facility and the requirements of this state. Also provide residents with routine daily nursing care, assistance with activities of daily living in accordance with the residents’ assessments and care plans, and as directed by a supervisor.

Qualifications:

Must be a least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or equivalent and hold a current 40 hr. Medication Aide Certificate and C.N.A. license in the state of Nebraska, with no disciplinary action.  No previous experience is required, however we compensate based on experience.

Benefits:

Competitive pay, benefits, and UP TO $10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

New Grads welcome.

Apply within at 4735 South 54^th Street Lincoln, NE 68516 or online @ homesteadrehab.com.

Position: Registered Nurse (RN)

Status: Full Time

Shifts Available:  Includes weekend rotation, and a holiday rotation.

• 8-12 hour

Nationally recognized for the silver achievement in quality award, Homestead Rehabilitation Center cares for people while providing peace of mind to loved ones each step of the way.  Our specialties include Short-term and Long-term living, Rehabilitation, Respite and Memory Care.  You will find opportunities to grow your career with us and be inspired personally, with our current job openings there is a place for you to make a difference.

Responsibilities:

The primary purpose of this position is the provision of nursing care and treatment to residents as assigned and under the direction of the Director of Nursing.  All services provided shall be in accordance with established nursing standards, policies, procedures, and practices of the facility and the requirements of this state.

Qualifications:

Must be a least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or equivalent and hold a current nursing license in the state of Nebraska, with no disciplinary action.  No previous experience is required, however we compensate based on experience.

Benefits:

Competitive pay, benefits, and UP TO $10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

New Grads welcome.

Apply within at 4735 South 54^th Street Lincoln, NE 68516 or online @ homesteadrehab.com.

 

Position: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Status: Full Time

Shifts Available:  Includes weekend rotation, and a holiday rotation.

• 8 or 12 hour shifts

Nationally recognized for the silver achievement in quality award, Homestead Rehabilitation Center cares for people while providing peace of mind to loved ones each step of the way.  Our specialties include Short-term and Long-term living, Rehabilitation, Respite and Memory Care.  You will find opportunities to grow your career with us and be inspired personally, with our current job openings there is a place for you to make a difference.

Responsibilities:

The primary purpose of this position is the provision of nursing care and treatment to residents as assigned and under the direction of the Director of Nursing.  All services provided shall be in accordance with established nursing standards, policies, procedures, and practices of the facility and the requirements of this state.

Qualifications:

Must be a least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or equivalent and hold a current nursing license in the state of Nebraska, with no disciplinary action.  No previous experience is required, however we compensate based on experience.

Benefits:

Competitive pay, benefits, and UP TO $10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

New Grads welcome.

Apply within at 4735 South 54^th Street Lincoln, NE 68516 or online @ homesteadrehab.com.

 

Position: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Status: Full Time, Part Time, or Casual

Shifts Available:  Includes weekend rotation, and a holiday rotation.

• 8 or 12 hour shifts

Nationally recognized for the silver achievement in quality award, Homestead Rehabilitation Center cares for people while providing peace of mind to loved ones each step of the way.  Our specialties include Short-term and Long-term living, Rehabilitation, Respite and Memory Care.  You will find opportunities to grow your career with us and be inspired personally, with our current job openings there is a place for you to make a difference.

Responsibilities:

The primary purpose of this position is to provide residents with routine daily nursing care, assistance with activities of daily living in accordance with the residents’ assessments and care plans, and as directed by a supervisor.

Qualifications:

Must be a least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or equivalent and hold a current nursing assistant certification in the state of Nebraska.  No previous experience as a CNA is required, however we compensate based on experience.

 

Benefits:

Competitive pay, benefits, and UP TO $10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

New Grads welcome.

Apply within at 4735 South 54^th Street Lincoln, NE 68516 or online @ homesteadrehab.com.