Cook

About the role

The Cook is responsible for food preparation in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, with established policies and procedures, to assure that quality food service is provided at all times.

Responsibilities

• Review menus prior to preparation of food.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and coordinating department policies, procedures, and food service manuals.
• Interpret department policies and procedures to personnel, residents, visitors, family members, etc., as necessary.
• Assist in planning regular and special diet menus as prescribed by the attending physician.
• Assure that food is available for preparation by cooks.
• Coordinate food services with other departments as necessary.
• Work with the facility’s dietitian and implement recommended changes as required.
• Ensure that all food service procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.

Requirements

• One (1) year dietary/food experience in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred but not required.
• Must have State Food Service Sanitation certification.
• Must be able to read, speak, and write the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
• Must be able to taste and smell food to determine quality and palatability.
• May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.