The cook is responsible for managing and operating the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor and preparing tasteful meals including special diets accurately
Job Summary
The cook is responsible for managing and operating the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor and preparing tasteful meals including special diets accurately.
Maintaining a safe, clean, and sanitary kitchen environment and assisting with serving meals are key duties of this role.
The position requires cooperation with other departments, participation in staff training, and reporting resident care concerns to administration.
Matching Summary
The cook is responsible for managing and operating the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor and preparing tasteful meals including special diets accurately.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Prepare meals in large quantities
Maintain kitchen cleanliness and safety
Follow menus and portion control guides
Record food temperatures
Work cooperatively with personnel
Supervise in absence of supervisor
Nice-to-have
Ability to make food presentation appealing
Participate in staff orientation and training
Report resident care concerns
Ability to cooperate and work under supervision
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum one year cook experience in hospital or long term care