Cook - TN - On Site

iHire; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated cook to manage kitchen operations and ensure high-quality meal preparation. In this vital role, you will oversee the cooking area, maintain safety and cleanliness standards, and prepare a variety of meals, including special diets. You'll work closely with dietary staff, contributing to a harmonious work environment while upholding the highest food safety standards. If you have a passion for cooking and a commitment to quality, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents.

Qualifications

• Must have at least one year of experience as a cook in a hospital or long-term care facility.
• ServSafe Certificate is required and must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.
• Prepare and present meals while ensuring food safety standards are met.
• Supervise dietary staff and maintain cleanliness in kitchen areas.

Skills

Cooking Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Ability to Follow Recipes

Presentation Skills

Teamwork

Supervisory Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience as a Cook

ServSafe Certificate

Job description

It is the responsibility of the cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. He/she reports to the Dietary Supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner.
• Ability to prepare tasteful meals and to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Ability to follow prepared menus and portion control guides.
• Ability to prepare special diets accurately.
• Record food temperatures for the meals.
• Prepare pureed foods.
• Ability to work in cooperation and harmony with personnel in all departments.
• Maintain quaternary solution in sanitizer buckets.
• Assist with serving the different meals.
• Clean cooking area and serving carts.
• Report resident care concerns and potential issues to Administrator and/or Director of Nurses.
• Participate in the orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.
• Ability to make the presentation of the food appealing to the residents.
• Ability to cooperate.
• Willing to supervise and to work under supervision.
• To make sure all cleaning schedules are followed.
• This job has supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Language Skills
  • Ability to read technical procedures.
  • Ability to read and follow recipes.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
• Mathematical Skills
  • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability
  • Ability to solve practical problems.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Should have experience as a cook in a hospital or long-term care facility for not less than one year.
• Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate.
• Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred.
• Must remain in good standing with the Department of Public Health.