Dietary Cook

SanStone Health & Rehabilitation; Granite Falls (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health and rehabilitation is looking for a dedicated Cook to join their 2nd Shift Team. This role involves preparing and serving nutritious meals while adhering to dietary guidelines and maintaining high standards of food safety and sanitation. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, professional, and possess strong communication skills, ensuring a positive dining experience for residents. If you are passionate about food service and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and serving in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation requirements is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food according to dietary guidelines and facility standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen at all times.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Team player

Ability to follow directions

Communication skills

Knowledge of nutrition

Education

Prior experience in cooking

Job description

Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitationis seeking a Full TimeCookfor our 2nd Shift Team.

Job Description:

• The Cook prepares and serves food including texture modified and therapeutic diets according to the facility menu and provider nutritional orders.
• Prepares food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, in line with our established policies and procedures, and, as may be directed by the Certified Dietary Manager to ensure that quality food service is provided at all times.
• The Cook assists in assuring proper receiving, storage, preparation, serving, sanitation, and cleaning procedures are followed.
• The Cook must be detail-oriented, well-groomed, act professionally and must be a team player who works well with others.
• The Cook must assist dietary aides as necessary, and, directs other employees with approval and in the absence of the Certified Dietary Manager.
• Ability to read, speak and understand English, follow directions and complete tasks.
• Ability to follow time schedules for meal preparation and serving.
• Maintains a neat, clean, and organized kitchen.
• General knowledge and understanding of nutrition.
• Ability to read and accurately apply requirements of food tray cards.
• Knowledge of quantity food production and serving techniques, food safety/sanitation requirements and procedures.
• Ability to interact positively with residents, staff, and other personnel and the public.

Qualifications of a Cook/Chef:

• Prior experience cooking at a health care facility is a plus