Dietary Cook - Artesia Palms Care Center

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Prepare large quantity meals
Maintain sanitary kitchen environment
Follow portion control guides
The Dietary Cook position at Artesia Palms Care Center involves managing kitchen operations in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, preparing meals, maintaining a clean kitchen, and ensuring dietary needs are met for residents. The role requires experience in food preparation, adherence to dietary guidelines, and effective collaboration with staff

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 menus and portion control guides.
  • The role requires maintaining a safe, clean kitchen environment and supervising dietary staff during the supervisor's absence.

Matching Summary

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The Dietary Cook position at Artesia Palms Care Center involves managing kitchen operations in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, preparing meals, maintaining a clean kitchen, and ensuring dietary needs are met for residents. The role requires experience in food preparation, adherence to dietary guidelines, and effective collaboration with staff.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Prepare large quantity meals
  • Maintain sanitary kitchen environment
  • Follow portion control guides
  • Prepare pureed foods for residents
  • Record food temperatures accurately
  • Supervise staff in supervisor absence

Nice-to-have

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

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Not specified

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