Prepares and serves meals according to menu; monitors methods of food handling, preparation, meal service and equipment cleaning. Supervises dietary aides.
JOB DUTIES
Coordinate food preparation and meal service
Plan and initiate cooking schedule
Prepare, season, cook assigned meals with high nutritive value, flavor, color, texture and appearance following standardized recipes.
Ensures appropriate portioned servings for resident dietary requirements.
Prepare all food in accordance with dietary restrictions and/or modifications for each resident.
Prepares nutritional snacks for residents as directed by Director
Taste and smell prepared food to determine quality and palatability. .
Monitor temperature of hot and cold foods through food preparation and service to ensure that established temperature goals are met and maintained throughout meal service.
Checks and inspects food product and supplies as delivered at direction of Director of Dietary Services.
Supervises and assists in storage of supplies and food products.
Notifies Director of Dietary Services of food, supplies or equipment needs.
Reports equipment breakdowns to Director of Dietary Services.
Cleans equipment and work areas
Knowledgeable of Federal, State and the facility’s rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Attend in-service educational programs.
Follow defined safety codes while performing all duties.
Participate in creating home-like environment and excellent dining experience.
Respond to requests from staff members from different departments
Provide constructive ideas and solutions to providing excellent dining experience for residents.
Control waste and identify appropriate use of leftovers.
Protect the confidentiality of residents.
Perform other duties as assigned by Director of Dietary Services
High school diploma required.
Quantity cooking and/or long term health care experience preferred.