Dietary Cook

Prepares menu items in accordance with established standards; serves menu items attractively and at proper temperature. Implements proper cleaning and food handling for optimal infection control.

Essential Duties

• Performs job duties safely as specified in the physical, sensory, and mental
• requirements.
• Reads menus, recipes, and reviews the necessary steps in meal preparation with
• The Director of Food & Nutrition Services.
• Prepares menu items in accordance with established standards.
• Determines the quantity of food needed in meal preparation.
• Follows established recipes.
• Uses proper food preparation and handling techniques.
• Prepares substitute items to meet residents’ individual needs.
• Serves meals using portions listed on the menu.
• Covers, dates, and labels leftovers and stores them properly.
• Follows established security routine.
• Uses proper infection control techniques and protective equipment as needed.
• Supervises food service staff in the absence of the Director of Food & Nutrition Services or Assistant Director of Food & Nutrition Services.
• Receives and checks deliveries against invoices in the absence of the Director of Food & Nutrition Services or the Assistant Director of Food & Nutrition Services.
• Cleans and maintains the kitchen Facility in a safe and sanitary manner, including floors, walls, all equipment and utensils.
• Performs dish washing of pots, pans, and other designated items.

Qualifications

Education/Training: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.