Compassionate Facility Cook - Dietitian-Driven Menu Prep

AdviniaCare Orchard View; East Providence (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

AdviniaCare Orchard View in Rhode Island is seeking a Cook responsible for preparing meals in accordance with federal, state, and local standards, under the guidance of the Dietitian and Director of Food Services.

You will review menus, help implement procedures, plan diet menus, coordinate with departments, and ensure compliance with food service policies, sanitation requirements, and safety standards.

Qualifications

• One year dietary/food experience in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred but not required.
• Must have State Food Service Sanitation certification.
• Must be able to read, speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with the residents, personnel, and support agencies.

Responsibilities

• Review menus prior to preparation of food.
• Assist in implementing and coordinating department policies, procedures, and food service manuals.
• Interpret department policies and procedures to personnel, residents, visitors, family members, etc., as necessary.
• Assist in planning regular and special diet menus as prescribed by the attending physician. Assure that food is available for preparation by cooks.
• Coordinate food services with other departments as necessary.
• Work with the facility's dietitian and implement recommended changes as required.
• Ensure that all food service procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.

Skills

Food service experience

Sanitation certification

English proficiency

Independent worker

Job description

AdviniaCare Orchard View in Rhode Island is seeking a Cook responsible for preparing meals in accordance with federal, state, and local standards, under the guidance of the Dietitian and Director of Food Services.

You will review menus, help implement procedures, plan diet menus, coordinate with departments, and ensure compliance with food service policies, sanitation requirements, and safety standards.