Cook - Dietary Aide HCC

PruittHealth; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Cook/Dietary Aide to join their team. In this vital role, you will assist in preparing nutritious meals that meet the dietary needs of residents, ensuring food safety and compliance with health regulations. You will work closely with kitchen staff to maintain a clean and efficient kitchen environment, while also providing excellent service to residents. If you are passionate about food service and making a difference in people's lives, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a caring community that values family and commitment to quality service.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of institutional food service experience as a cook.
• Knowledge of food handling, preparation, and storage techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assists cook in meal preparation and serving.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area and kitchen equipment.
• Records temperatures and ensures food safety compliance.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety regulations

Meal service

Cleaning and sanitation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dish machine

Food preparation equipment

Mixer

Blender

Meat slicer

Job description

Job Description - Cook - Dietary Aide HCC (2404633)

PruittHealth is a COVID-19 vaccine-mandated employer.

JOB PURPOSE:

The Dietary Aide assists with food preparation in accordance with our established procedural guidelines, and as directed by the Food Service/Dietary Manager/Supervisor.

The Cook prepares palatable, nutritionally sound meals consistent with departmental policies and procedures and consistent with state and federal laws and regulations that meet daily nutritional and special diet needs of each resident. Responsible to ensure that foods are prepared and served at the proper temperature and the proper time. Works with the Director of Food Service to allocate resources efficiently so that each resident receives food in the amount, type, consistency, and frequency to maintain acceptable body weight, nutritional values, and quality of life.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assists cook in the preparation of meals, salads, desserts, snacks or other dishes for patients/residents, also prepares between-meal nourishments (make sandwiches, etc.).
2. Serves nourishments in accordance with procedural guidelines.
3. Properly stores leftovers/opened food.
4. Follows procedures for serving partner meals.
5. Offers menu substitutions and records them in accordance with procedural guidelines.
6. Complies with infection control policies in the work area.
7. Delivers trays to patients/residents on halls and in dining area.
8. Assists with the serving/pouring of juice, milk, water, and tea, etc.; makes coffee/tea as requested.
9. Cleans all tables in the dining area after each meal.
10. Cleans work area at the end of shift and after meals, including sweeping and mopping and stores all cleaning equipment appropriately.
11. Removes garbage from kitchen areas and hoses out garbage containers.
12. Scrapes dishes, washes dishes, pots and pans and stores properly.
13. Records freezer and walk-in refrigerator temperatures in accordance with established procedures.
14. Maintains dishwasher and dish sink; checks and records water temperature (dishwasher, pot and pan sink, etc.); checks dishwasher with sanitizer strips; checks chemical levels and replaces if needed.
15. Maintains supply stock and properly stores items according to established procedures.
16. Sets up tray line and performs tray line service.
17. Operates the dish machine, garbage disposal, mixer, blender, meat slicer, steamer, coffee and tea maker.
18. Uses, cleans and maintains serving equipment (ladle, spoon, scoops, etc.) according to established procedures.
19. Working knowledge of food handling, preparation and storage techniques that comply with state and federal laws and regulations. Ability to apply regulations to work situations of cook and to supervision of staff assistants.
20. Follows recipes and prepares foods that correspond to menu cycles prepared by Dietitian. Cook or prepares palatable, attractive, nutritionally adequate meals in institutional quantities that are served at proper times.
21. Assists with supervision of kitchen staff that assist with food preparation, assembling trays, cleaning and storage of supplies and equipment. Continuously cleans food service work areas as food preparation and service is done. Uses food supplies and equipment in an efficient and economic manner to prevent waste.
22. Prepares and maintains a supply of food substitutes to accommodate resident choices, cultural, ethnic and religious preferences. Inspects trays following meal service to monitor and record resident acceptance of menu items. Reports findings to Dietary Manager.
23. Uses food preparation equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions. Follows proper cleaning techniques and preventative maintenance schedules. Handles, stores, disposes of food supplies and prepared food in accordance with department procedures and in compliance with state and federal regulations.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

A high school diploma or its equivalent.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

A minimum of one (1) year institutional food service experience as a cook.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications)

Experience in long-term care food production is preferred.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or approved exemption required by date of hire.

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As a condition of employment at PruittHealth, all employees are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination by date of hire unless a medical or religious exemption is approved.

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.