Dietary Cook - Artesia Palms Care Center

Hilltop Park Post Acute

Prepare meals in large quantities
Follow prepared menus and portion control
Maintain sanitary kitchen environment
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, following portion control guides, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment.
  • The role requires supervising dietary staff, reporting resident care concerns, and ensuring all cleaning schedules are followed.

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 sanitary kitchen environment
  • 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
  • PCC knowledge preferred
  • Good standing with Department of Public Health

Work Rights

Not specified

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