The role requires maintaining the kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean, and sanitary manner while preparing tasteful meals in large quantities
Job Summary
The role requires maintaining the kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean, and sanitary manner while preparing tasteful meals in large quantities.
Employees must be able to follow prepared menus, portion control guides, and prepare special diets accurately including pureed foods.
This position involves supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor and requires reporting resident care concerns to administration.
Matching Summary
The role requires maintaining the kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean, and sanitary manner while preparing tasteful meals in large quantities.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Maintain safe and sanitary kitchen environment
Prepare large quantity meals following menus
Record food temperatures accurately
Prepare pureed foods for special diets
Supervise dietary staff in supervisor absence
Nice-to-have
Cooperate harmoniously with all departments
Make food presentation appealing to residents
Participate in orientation and training of staff
Willing to work under supervision
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
One year experience as cook in hospital or long term care
Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate
Remain in good standing with Department of Public Health