Dietary Cook - Artesia Palms Care Center

Lakeside Post Acute

Not specified (assumed on-site position)
Prepare large quantity meals
Follow prepared menus and portion control
Maintain kitchen safety and sanitation
The Dietary Cook position at Lakeside Post Acute involves managing kitchen operations in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, preparing meals, maintaining food safety standards, and ensuring the kitchen is clean and orderly. Ideal candidates should have relevant cooking experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to follow specific dietary guidelines

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 adhering to strict portion control guides.
  • The role requires maintaining a safe, clean, and sanitary environment while ensuring accurate preparation of special diets.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

The Dietary Cook position at Lakeside Post Acute involves managing kitchen operations in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, preparing meals, maintaining food safety standards, and ensuring the kitchen is clean and orderly. Ideal candidates should have relevant cooking experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to follow specific dietary guidelines.

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
  • Willing to work under supervision

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Not specified

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