Pt Cook

The Heights Post Acute

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

Nice-to-have

  • Make food presentation appealing to residents
  • Cooperate with personnel across departments
  • 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
  • Hospital or long term care facility experience
  • ServSafe Certificate required
  • Knowledge of PCC preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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