Dietary Cook - Artesia Palms Care Center

Arbor Post Acute

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Prepare large quantity meals
Follow prepared menus and portion control
Maintain kitchen safety and sanitation
** The Dietary Cook at Arbor Post Acute is responsible for managing kitchen operations in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, preparing meals, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring compliance with dietary requirements. Candidates should have at least one year of relevant experience and must obtain a ServSafe Certificate. **

Job Summary

  • The cook is responsible for managing and operating the kitchen when the Dietary Supervisor is absent.
  • Essential duties include preparing tasteful meals in large quantities while strictly adhering to portion control guides and special diet requirements.
  • The role requires maintaining a safe, clean, and sanitary kitchen environment while ensuring all cleaning schedules are followed.

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Match Score: 75

** The Dietary Cook at Arbor Post Acute is responsible for managing kitchen operations in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, preparing meals, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring compliance with dietary requirements. Candidates should have at least one year of relevant experience and must obtain a ServSafe Certificate. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Prepare large quantity meals
  • Follow prepared menus and portion control
  • Maintain kitchen safety and sanitation
  • Record food temperatures accurately
  • Prepare pureed foods for residents
  • Supervise staff in supervisor absence

Nice-to-have

  • Make food presentation appealing
  • Cooperate with all departments
  • Participate in staff orientation training
  • Report resident care concerns proactively

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum one year experience as a cook in hospital or long term care
  • Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate
  • Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred
  • Remain in good standing with Department of Public Health

Work Rights

Not specified

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