Cook

Job Duties

Nutrition and Special Diets
- Understanding of therapeutic diets (e.g., low sodium, diabetic, pureed, mechanical soft)
- Basic nutrition principles for older adults and veterans
- Food Safety and Sanitation
- Knowledge of safe food handling procedures (ServSafe certification is often preferred)
- Understanding of local, state, and federal food safety regulations
- Menu Planning and Food Preparation
- Ability to follow standardized recipes and menus
- Familiarity with batch cooking and portion control
- Cooking Skills
- Proficiency in preparing meals from scratch using various cooking techniques (e.g., roasting, boiling, sautéing)
- Ability to adjust recipes for texture-modified diets
- Time Management
- Ability to coordinate and prepare meals on time for multiple meal periods (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Efficient multitasking in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Communication
- Clear communication with dietary aides, nursing staff, and supervisors
- Ability to document food temperatures and meal changes accurately
- Teamwork
- Collaborative work with dietary team members to ensure timely and accurate meal delivery
- Adaptability
- Flexibility to adjust menus and meals based on resident needs or supply availability
- Attention to Detail
- Accuracy in following diet orders and preventing cross-contamination for allergens

Requirements

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Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred.
• Previous experience a plus.

Skills

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Benefits

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Pay

$45,000 - $50,000 per year

Schedule

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