Cook
Montevistahcc, Duarte, CA, United States
Full Time Cook
Position Summary
The purpose of the Cook position is to prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards that govern the facility and as directed by Dietary Department management.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Working with the Dietician to ensure diet is in accordance with the residents nutritional needs
Reviewing menus prior to food preparation
Handling food in a sanitary manner
Preparing and serving meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance
Serving food according to established portion control recommended
Inspecting special diet trays to confirm the correct diet is served to the resident
Assuring all meals are served on time; including snacks
Coordinating food service with other departments
Being responsible for avoiding food wastes
Maintaining food service equipment
Adhering to sanitation and food safety guidelines during meal preparation and clean up
Keeping work tables clean, meat blocks, refrigerators/freezers, etc.
Disposing of food and waste per facility regulations
Obtaining food supplies for the next meal
Following safety regulations and precautions at all times
Adhering to all facility policies and procedures of the facility
Maintaining confidentiality of all pertinent resident care information
Requirements
Education / Licensure
High school diploma or GED preferred
Qualifications / Experience
Minimum of 1 year experience in food services for nursing facility or hospital
Must be able to cook food in large quantities
Must be knowledgeable of food procedures
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Must be able to follow oral and written instructions
Physical Requirements
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day
Must be able to push, pull, move and/or lift up to 25 lbs. to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 15 feet
Ability to read fine print on labels and menus
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Position Summary
The purpose of the Cook position is to prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards that govern the facility and as directed by Dietary Department management.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Working with the Dietician to ensure diet is in accordance with the residents nutritional needs
Reviewing menus prior to food preparation
Handling food in a sanitary manner
Preparing and serving meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance
Serving food according to established portion control recommended
Inspecting special diet trays to confirm the correct diet is served to the resident
Assuring all meals are served on time; including snacks
Coordinating food service with other departments
Being responsible for avoiding food wastes
Maintaining food service equipment
Adhering to sanitation and food safety guidelines during meal preparation and clean up
Keeping work tables clean, meat blocks, refrigerators/freezers, etc.
Disposing of food and waste per facility regulations
Obtaining food supplies for the next meal
Following safety regulations and precautions at all times
Adhering to all facility policies and procedures of the facility
Maintaining confidentiality of all pertinent resident care information
Requirements
Education / Licensure
High school diploma or GED preferred
Qualifications / Experience
Minimum of 1 year experience in food services for nursing facility or hospital
Must be able to cook food in large quantities
Must be knowledgeable of food procedures
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Must be able to follow oral and written instructions
Physical Requirements
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day
Must be able to push, pull, move and/or lift up to 25 lbs. to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 15 feet
Ability to read fine print on labels and menus
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