Care Facility Lead Cook - Dietary & Sanitation Focus

Willow Knoll Post Acute and Senior Living; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Willow Knoll Post Acute and Senior Living in Middletown, CT is seeking a cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. The role involves ensuring safe, sanitary kitchen operations, preparing meals, following menus and portion control, and assisting with resident dining services.

The position requires a high school diploma and at least one year of hospital or long-term care cooking experience, plus ServSafe certification and compliance with Department of Public

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of cook experience in a hospital or long-term care facility.
• ServSafe certificate required/ must obtain and maintain.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, sanitary manner.
• Prepare tasteful meals and cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Follow menus, portion control, and accommodate special diets.
• Record temperatures and assist with cleaning and sanitary practices.
• Report resident care concerns to Administration and train dietary staff.

Skills

Read technical procedures

Read and follow recipes

Communication with managers/employees

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Willow Knoll Post Acute and Senior Living in Middletown, CT is seeking a cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. The role involves ensuring safe, sanitary kitchen operations, preparing meals, following menus and portion control, and assisting with resident dining services.

The position requires a high school diploma and at least one year of hospital or long-term care cooking experience, plus ServSafe certification and compliance with Department of Public