Pt Cook

North Houston Transitional Care

Prepare meals in large quantities
Follow prepared menus and portion control
Maintain kitchen safety and sanitation
The cook is responsible for managing and operating the kitchen when the Dietary Supervisor is absent

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 portion control guides.
  • The role requires maintaining a safe, clean environment and reporting resident care concerns to administration.

Matching Summary

The cook is responsible for managing and operating the kitchen when the Dietary Supervisor is absent.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

  • Make food presentation appealing
  • Cooperate with all departments
  • Participate in staff orientation training
  • Work under supervision effectively

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One year experience in hospital or long term care
  • ServSafe Certificate required
  • PCC knowledge preferred
  • Good standing with Department of Public Health

Work Rights

Not specified

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