Dietary Cook

About the role

At Riverfront we are big believers in making work a positive experience and that is why we invest in and give back to our staff. From our weekly “Thankful Thursday” Program to our Monthly Gift Giveaways and various other programs we run there is always something exciting happening. Join Our team today and have an experience like never before!!

Responsibilities

• Handles and prepares food in accordance with sanitary regulations;
• Prepares palatable and appetizing meals, as prescribed for the residents by the attending physician;
• Mets required meal schedules;
• Takes necessary measures to avoid food waste;
• Properly cares for dietary equipment and production sheets;
• Follows menus and special diet instructions;
• Communicates freely with the Food Service Director;
• Cooperates with other food service staff and facility personnel;
• Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights;
• Performs other duties as requested.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, speak and follow written and oral directions in the English language;
• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Experience In Institutional Food Handling Is Preferred.

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of volume food production methods and techniques;
• Considerable knowledge of sanitation regulations and practices as applied to institutional kitchen and related areas;
• Ability to make simple arithmetical calculations;
• Ability to solve operational problems in absence of Food Service Manager and Assistant Food Service Manager;
• Basic computer skills;
• Provides annual verification of a negative TB skin test.