Dietary Cook

Shift Needed: 12p-8p

DUTIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE AND ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.Reads menus, recipes, and reviews with Dietary Services Managers all necessary steps in meal preparation.

2.Prepare all necessary menu items in accordance with established standards.

3.Determines quantity of all food needed in meal preparation.

4.Reads and follows recipes.

5.Use proper food preparation and handling techniques.

6.Prepares substitute items to meet resident's individual needs.

7.Serves meal using portions listed on menu.

8.Addresses employee satisfaction issues immediately and assists in resolving the matter in a professional manner.

9.Covers, dates, and labels all leftovers and stores properly.

10.Uses proper infection control techniques and protective equipment as needed.

11.Supervises dietary personnel in absence of Director of Dietary Services or Assistant Director of Dietary Services.

12.Receives and checks all deliveries against invoices in absence of Director of Dietary Services or Assistant Director of Dietary Services.

QUALIFICATIONS

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Possesses a High School Diploma or sufficient knowledge and education to perform job functions.

2.Prefer experience in dietary department, large volume food preparation including therapeutic diets, and service of food.

3.Ability to do basic math skills.

4.Ability to communicate effectively in English through verbal and written means.

5.Ability to read, speak, and understand the English language.