Dietary Cook - Artesia Palms Care Center

Buckeye Care and Rehabilitation

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Prepare large quantity meals
Follow prepared menus and portion control
Maintain kitchen safety and sanitation
The Dietary Cook position at Buckeye Care and Rehabilitation involves managing kitchen operations in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, preparing meals in accordance with dietary needs, and maintaining a clean and safe cooking environment. Candidates should have experience in a similar role, with a focus on large-scale meal preparation and dietary compliance

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 supervising dietary staff and ensuring ServSafe certification is current.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

The Dietary Cook position at Buckeye Care and Rehabilitation involves managing kitchen operations in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, preparing meals in accordance with dietary needs, and maintaining a clean and safe cooking environment. Candidates should have experience in a similar role, with a focus on large-scale meal preparation and dietary compliance.

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 kitchen in absence of supervisor

Nice-to-have

  • Make food presentation appealing to residents
  • Cooperate with personnel in all departments
  • Participate in orientation and training
  • 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 and experience with PCC preferred
  • Remain in good standing with Department of Public Health

Work Rights

Not specified

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