Dietary Cook
University Nursing and Rehab is seeking qualified individuals to join the Family in our Dietary Kitchen as Dietary Cooks.
You MUST be able to work every other weekend.
• Assist in all dietary department functions, including preparing and pre-portioning food, such as beverages, salads, desserts, and other items assigned by the supervisor, for therapeutic diets according to the planned menu.
• Handle food using proper food handling and food safety techniques according to established policies and regulations
• Ensure the proper quantity of food is pre-portioned as directed.
• Pre-portion and distribute food according to the planned menu, the resident's food preferences, and diet order.
• Ensure the proper temperature of food during preparation and distribution.
• Prepares and serves food promptly.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Ensure meals and snacks are sent from the kitchen or serving area according to established time schedules.
• Labels, dates, and stores food properly according to established policies.
• Wash dishes, utensils, etc., according to established policies.
• Store dishes, pots, utensils, etc., in the proper location to prevent contamination and ensure items are readily available for the next meal.
• Assist in receiving, storing, and verifying invoices for incoming food and supplies as indicated by the supervisor.
Qualifications
• Experience working in a dietary department in a hospital or skilled nursing facility environment preferred.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently during work hours.
• Maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel.
• Relate and work well with all disabled and elderly residents and
• Interact professionally and respectfully with residents, family members, co-workers, and supervisors.
• SERV Safe Certification is a plus
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Full-time