Dietary Cook - Artesia Palms Care Center

Haywood 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 while strictly following portion control guides and special diet requirements.
  • The role requires maintaining a safe, clean, and sanitary kitchen environment while 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 training orientation
  • Report resident care concerns proactively

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum one year experience as a cook in hospital or long term care
  • Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate
  • Knowledge of PCC preferred
  • Remain in good standing with Department of Public Health

Work Rights

Not specified

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