Cook

About the role

Tuscany Village Nursing Center in Oklahoma City, OK has an opportunity for a Cook that is passionate about creating quality food for our residents. A rewarding career is waiting for you at a great facility that specializes in rehabilitative care! If you are an experienced Cook, we have the opportunity for you. The Cook prepares food in accordance with standard menus and specifications, facility procedures, and prescribed dietary and sanitary regulations; follows recipes; ensures proper storage of food and supplies; supervises serving of meals by wait staff; directs and assists in cleaning work areas, equipment, and floors; ensures all residents have received meals; ensures fire and safety practices and procedures are followed.

You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team that is recognized for their achievements and contributions. Come be a part of our mission to provide superior clinical care, rehabilitation, wellness, and supportive services that meet the wants, needs, and expectations of our patients and residents. At Tuscany Village Nursing Center you will be part of a well-respected facility that is making an impact in the lives of our residents, our team, and the community we serve.

Responsibilities

• Understands and follows guidelines for food handling and storage, including all raw and prepared foods.
• Completes the daily Quick Check departmental review in the absence of the Nutrition Services Manager or as requested.
• Tests and records temperatures of hot and cold foods; records temperature of cold food storage areas.
• Corrects or addresses negative results to the attention of supervisor.
• Properly discards expired or contaminated food.
• Properly performs and enforces hand washing, wearing of gloves, and use of hair restraints.
• Complies with established infection control and universal precaution policies and