Cook - Dietary Aide HCC

PruittHealth; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

PruittHealth Albany is seeking a Cook – Dietary Aide HCC to assist in meal preparation for residents in a healthcare setting. You will follow dietary guidelines, maintain proper food temperatures, and support the Dietitian in menu execution.

Qualified applicants will have basic education, familiarity with food safety, and the ability to work as part of a care-focused kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Functional literacy required.
• Experience in institutional food service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation for patients/residents.
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Skills

Food handling

Infection control

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dishmachine

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Job Description – Cook – Dietary Aide HCC (2602081)

JOB PURPOSE

The Dietary Aide assists with food preparation in accordance with established procedural guidelines, and as directed by the Food Service/Dietary Manager/Supervisor. The Cook prepares nutritionally sound meals consistent with departmental policies and federal laws, meeting daily nutritional and special diet needs of each resident. The Cook ensures foods are prepared at the proper temperature and served on time, working with the Director of Food Service to allocate resources efficiently to maintain residents' acceptable body weight and quality of life.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists cook in the preparation of meals, salads, desserts, snacks or other dishes for patients/residents, and prepares between‑meal nourishments (make sandwiches, etc.).
• Serves nourishments in accordance with procedural guidelines.
• Properly stores leftovers/ opened food.
• Follows procedures for serving partner meals.
• Offers menu substitutions and records them in accordance with procedural guidelines.
• Complies with infection control policies in the work area.
• Delivers trays to patients/residents in halls and dining area.
• Assists with the serving/pouring of juice, milk, water, and tea; makes coffee/tea as requested.
• Cleans all tables in the dining area after each meal.
• Cleans work area at the end of shift and after meals, including sweeping, mopping, and storing cleaning equipment appropriately.
• Removes garbage from kitchen areas and hoses out garbage containers.
• Scrapes dishes, washes dishes, pots and pans, and stores properly.
• Records freezer and walk‑in refrigerator temperatures in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintains dishwasher and dish sink; checks and records water temperature, checks dishwasher with sanitizer strips, checks chemical levels and replaces if needed.
• Maintains supply stock and stores items according to established procedures.
• Sets up tray line and performs tray line service.
• Operates dish machine, garbage disposal, mixer, blender, meat slicer, steamer, coffee and tea maker.
• Uses, cleans, and maintains serving equipment (ladle, spoon, scoops, etc.) per established procedures.
• Has working knowledge of food handling, preparation and storage techniques that comply with state and federal laws and regulations.
• Follows recipes and prepares foods that correspond to menu cycles prepared by the Dietitian.
• Assists supervision of kitchen staff in food preparation, assembling trays, cleaning, and storage of supplies and equipment; continuously cleans food service work areas.
• Prepares and maintains supply of food substitutes to accommodate resident choices, cultural, ethnic and religious preferences; inspects trays following meal service and reports findings to the Dietary Manager.
• Uses food preparation equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions; follows proper cleaning techniques and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Handles, stores, disposes of food supplies and prepared food in compliance with department procedures and state/federal regulations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Participates in center/agency surveys (Licensure/JCAHO) and any subsequently required reports.
• Attends continuing educational programs to stay current in the field and maintain necessary licenses/certifications.
• Participates in mandatory in‑services.
• Honors patients/residents’ rights to fair and equitable treatment, privacy, and civil rights.
• Complies with corporate compliance program.
• Reports job‑related occupational hazards such as exposure to blood and body fluids.
• Follows established safety regulations, including fire protection, smoking regulations, and infection control.
• Follows safety procedures when performing tasks and using equipment.
• Performs other related duties as necessary and directed by supervisor.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and respect for the rights, dignity, and individuality of each resident in all interactions.
• Demonstrates honesty and integrity at all times in the care and use of resident and facility property.
• Knows emergency and disaster procedures; can locate nearest exit and respond to instructions during emergencies.
• Complies with facility policies for workplace safety, infection control, universal precautions, personal protective equipment, and hazardous material handling.
• Follows infection control procedures to maintain a sanitary food preparation area; uses personal protective equipment when indicated.
• Inspects food service work areas for rodents, pests, hazards, housekeeping, and maintenance problems.
• Identifies and reports problems promptly to the Dietary Manager and communicates as needed.
• Assists Department Head with preparation for state inspections, attends survey training, and interacts with state surveyors as instructed.
• Reports injuries to supervisor immediately.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED

Sufficient education to demonstrate functional literacy.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

One (1) year institutional food service experience as a cook.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (PREFERRED)

Experience in long‑term care food production is preferred.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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