The cook is responsible for managing and operating the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor and preparing tasteful meals following menus and portion control guides
Job Summary
The cook is responsible for managing and operating the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor and preparing tasteful meals following menus and portion control guides.
This role requires maintaining a safe, orderly, clean, and sanitary kitchen environment while assisting with serving meals and supervising dietary staff as needed.
The position demands cooperation with personnel across departments and reporting resident care concerns to the Administrator or Director of Nurses.
Matching Summary
The cook is responsible for managing and operating the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor and preparing tasteful meals following menus and portion control guides.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Prepare meals in large quantities
Maintain kitchen cleanliness and safety
Follow menus and portion control guides
Record food temperatures
Supervise kitchen in absence of supervisor
Prepare special diets accurately
Nice-to-have
Ability to cooperate with personnel
Make food presentation appealing
Participate in staff orientation and training
Experience with PCC preferred
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum one year cook experience in hospital or long term care
Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate
Must remain in good standing with Department of Public Health