Dietary Cook - Artesia Palms Care Center

All Saints Sub-Acute & Skilled Nursing

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Prepare meals in large quantities
Follow prepared menus and portion control
Maintain kitchen safety and sanitation
The Dietary Cook position at Artesia Palms Care Center involves managing kitchen operations, preparing meals, and ensuring adherence to dietary guidelines, especially for residents with special dietary needs. The ideal candidate should have prior experience in a healthcare setting and possess a ServSafe Certificate

Job Summary

  • The cook is responsible for managing and operating the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor while reporting directly to them.
  • Essential duties include preparing tasteful meals in large quantities, following strict menus, and ensuring all cleaning schedules are followed.
  • The role requires supervisory responsibilities during the Dietary Supervisor's absence and active participation in the training of dietary staff.

Matching Summary

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The Dietary Cook position at Artesia Palms Care Center involves managing kitchen operations, preparing meals, and ensuring adherence to dietary guidelines, especially for residents with special dietary needs. The ideal candidate should have prior experience in a healthcare setting and possess a ServSafe Certificate.

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 kitchen operations without supervisor

Nice-to-have

  • Make food presentation appealing to residents
  • Cooperate with personnel across departments
  • Participate in staff orientation and training
  • Report resident care concerns promptly

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

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