Cook - PRN Dining Services Team Member

Turning Point Care Center; Moultrie (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated PRN Cook to join their Dietary Team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and presenting meals for patients, ensuring adherence to dietary orders and state guidelines. Your day will involve cooking large batches of meals, monitoring food safety practices, and maintaining a clean dining environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those you serve. If you are passionate about food service and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; ServSafe certification is a plus.
• Experience in food preparation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present meals according to dietary orders.
• Ensure compliance with food service guidelines and safety practices.
• Assist in managing food inventory and supplies.

Skills

Food preparation techniques

Effective communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification

Job description

Responsibilities

Dietary Team Member - PRN Cook

Turning Point Care Center has an opening for a PRN Cook on our Dietary Team.

Our cooks are responsible for:

1. Daily preparation and presentation of all Turning Point meals.
2. Reviewing menus and dietary orders daily to ensure patients receive proper diets as ordered by Physicians and/or Dietitian.
3. Assists supervisor in the handling and ordering of food inventory and supplies.
4. Preparing meals in accordance with Turning Point's approved menus, policies, and procedures.
5. Adhering to state and federal food service guidelines.
6. Working as a member of the Dining Services Team to ensure a clean, safe, and aesthetically pleasing dining environment for both patients and staff.

What does a typical day look like for a Turning Point cook?

Our cooks work ten hour shifts. When cooks arrive at work, they review the day’s established menu, prepare the work area, cook the meals in large batches, and serve approximately 120 meals per mealtime. As part of our food and work safety practices, our cooks also monitor temperatures of the cooler, freezer, and dishwashers, record results, report any deviations from proper temperatures, and complete routine cleaning tasks including mopping and dishwashing. Our cooks prepare and serve three meals per day and have alternative options for special diets.

PRN scheduled days will vary. The two shifts that cooks are scheduled to work are 6:30am to 5:30pm and 7:00am to 6:00pm.

Qualifications

Qualified applicants meet the following requirements:

1. High School diploma or equivalent required. (ServSafe certification is desirable.)
2. Background checks and drug screens will be conducted as part of our routine hiring process.
3. Experience with food preparation techniques preferred.
4. Must be able to push, pull and lift up to 50 pounds.
5. Must be able to perform physical activities such as prolonged standing, walking, bending, stooping, and handling of materials.
6. Must have effective communication skills.
7. Must be able to read and comprehend labels, instructions, and manuals.
8. Regular and consistent attendance is an essential job function; reliable transportation is required.
9. The position works on a rotating schedule including weekends and holidays.
10. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served 7 days a week at our facilities.

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