Care Kitchen Cook: Nutritious Meals for Residents

August Healthcare; Dunn Loring (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

August Healthcare in the United States seeks a dependable Cook to prepare nutritious, appetizing meals for residents in accordance with established menus, dietary requirements, and safety standards. This position offers Full-Time, Part-Time, and all shifts.

Prepare meals, assist with service, and ensure sanitation and documentation are maintained. Experience in healthcare food service and ability to follow recipes and dietary instructions are valued. HIPAA compliance is required.

Qualifications

• Prior cooking experience preferred, healthcare or long-term care experience a plus.
• Ability to prepare food in large quantities.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow menus, recipes, and dietary instructions.
• Dependable, organized, and team-oriented.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to planned menus, recipes, and special diet orders.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served on time and in appropriate portions.
• Prepare food for therapeutic and special diets as directed.
• Review menus and diet changes prior to meal preparation.
• Assist with meal service, substitutions, and special events as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, equipment, and food storage areas.
• Follow infection control, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Monitor food supplies and report needs to Food Services Director.
• Complete required documentation and reports.
• Adhere to HIPAA and resident confidentiality requirements.

Skills

Cooking experience

Large quantity cooking

Food safety

Menu adherence

Team player

English communication

Job description

August Healthcare in the United States seeks a dependable Cook to prepare nutritious, appetizing meals for residents in accordance with established menus, dietary requirements, and safety standards. This position offers Full-Time, Part-Time, and all shifts.

Prepare meals, assist with service, and ensure sanitation and documentation are maintained. Experience in healthcare food service and ability to follow recipes and dietary instructions are valued. HIPAA compliance is required.