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Full-time, Part-time
Description
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The overall purpose of the Dietary Associate - Cook position is to prepare meals and snacks for residents within guidelines of the facility.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs duties and responsibilities with assigned functional area within a nursing home facility which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following tasks:
- Prepare food according to the menu for the day, so that residents will receive the meals they are expecting, and they will be well-balanced and healthy for the residents.
- Ensure all meals are prepared following recipes and guidelines established by the Culinary Services Director.
- Follow all requests for special diets to assure good resident health.
- Taste, smell, and observe food to ensure conformance with recipes and appearance standards. Measure satisfaction levels among residents by walk-thru and conversations with residents on meal satisfaction.
- Place food servings on plates using standard measuring ladles, scoops, spoons, etc. assuring residents receive sufficient portions.
- Provide residents "seconds" as needed to satiate their appetites.
- Prepare snacks for residents according to snack schedule and menu in order assuring residents are getting adequate nutrition and hydration.
- Properly clean all equipment and work areas, including walls and floors, to provide a sanitary kitchen environment.
- Assure all open food in refrigerators and freezers are covered and dated and that outdated food is discarded promptly.
- Demonstrate responsibility for the food service operation in the absence of the Dietary Manager.
- Wash and sanitize dishes according to foodservice standards. Prepare sanitation sink according to directions and monitors and documents sanitizing solution levels.
- Operate the dishwashing process in an organized fashion.
- After food is served, keep dirty dishes running through the dish machine until all dishes are clean and ready for the next meal.
- Assure all freezers and refrigerators are maintained at proper temperatures and the temperatures are documented.
- Present a clean and neat appearance which includes but is not limited to wearing aprons, hair nets, and other protective clothing as necessary.
- Collect and place garbage and trash in designated containers.
- Is fully knowledgeable of the fire evacuation and disaster policy of the community and participates as assigned in fire and disaster drills.
- Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent personal or health information concerning residents and staff.
Requirements
The Culinary Associate must have the following:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- To be qualified for this position you must maintain a current Food Services Sanitation certificate and have one (1) year job related experience including food preparation, full-line menu items and therapeutic diets.
- A culinary apprenticeship or training is preferred.
- Restaurant, cooking and/or culinary experience preferred.
The Fine Print (Still Important!):
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check and drug screen. We want to keep our residents safe, happy, and in good hands-you're part of that promise.
Helia Healthcare, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We're committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better we can serve our community.
Salary Description
$17.50 - $17.50 / hourly