Dietary Cook - Artesia Palms Care Center

Newport Memory Care

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Prepare large quantity meals
Maintain sanitary kitchen environment
Follow portion control guides
** The Dietary Cook position at Newport Memory Care involves managing kitchen operations in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, preparing meals, and maintaining cleanliness and safety in the kitchen. Candidates should have at least one year of experience in a similar role within long-term care or hospital settings 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 following menus and portion control guides.
  • The role requires maintaining a safe, clean kitchen environment and reporting resident care concerns to administration.

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Match Score: 75

** The Dietary Cook position at Newport Memory Care involves managing kitchen operations in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, preparing meals, and maintaining cleanliness and safety in the kitchen. Candidates should have at least one year of experience in a similar role within long-term care or hospital settings and must obtain a ServSafe Certificate. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Prepare large quantity meals
  • Maintain sanitary kitchen environment
  • Follow portion control guides
  • Prepare pureed foods for residents
  • Record food temperatures accurately
  • Supervise staff in supervisor absence

Nice-to-have

  • Cooperate with all departments
  • Make food presentation appealing
  • Willing to work under supervision
  • Participate in staff orientation training

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One year experience in hospital or long term care
  • Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate
  • Knowledge of PCC preferred
  • Good standing with Department of Public Health

Work Rights

Not specified

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