Dietary Cook - Artesia Palms Care Center

Ridgeway Post Acute

Prepare meals in large quantities
Follow prepared menus and portion control
Maintain kitchen sanitation standards
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 adhering to 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 kitchen sanitation standards
  • Record food temperatures accurately
  • Prepare pureed foods for residents
  • Supervise staff in supervisor absence

Nice-to-have

  • Cooperate with all departments harmoniously
  • Make food presentation appealing to residents
  • Participate in staff orientation and training
  • Work effectively under supervision
  • Report resident care concerns promptly

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum one year experience as a cook
  • Experience in hospital or long term care facility
  • 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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