COOK - LIBERTY COMMONS OF COLUMBUS COUNTY

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Cook to prepare meals for residents and staff, following planned menus and established guidelines in a caring healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items for resident and staff meals, as well as special events according to tested recipes.
• Plan cooking schedule to ensure food is ready to serve on time.
• Prepare desserts, pastries, breads, salads, and carve meats in required portions.
• Prepare food for special diets and serve it timely and attractively in proper utensils.
• Prepare and cover trays for patients unable to come to the dining room.
• Take requests for extra servings of food or beverages.
• Clear and clean tables in dining rooms when needed.
• Wash, rinse, and sanitize pots, pans, and service ware; assist with other cleaning tasks as assigned.
• Maintain cleanliness of stove, sinks, cabinets, tables, and equipment; sweep, mop, and remove garbage.
• Utilize sanitary methods for handling, preparing, and serving food.
• Assist with other dietary requirements, including paperwork.
• In the absence of the Dietary Director, assume responsibility for the dietary department and staff.
• Find replacement staff if inadequate staffing is available and work an assignment if replacements cannot be found.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older with a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must purchase and wear the required uniform.
• Must be able to use equipment safely without jeopardizing self, others, or equipment.
• Must use supplies economically.
• Must attend in-service training and other required staff meetings.
• Must demonstrate neat appearance and good personal hygiene.
• Must read, know, and follow personnel, department, and facility policies.

Background checks and a drug-free workplace apply.