Dietary Cook: Large-Scale Menus & Special Diets

PACS Group (United Kingdom); United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS Group in the United States is seeking an experienced cook for its healthcare kitchen operations. The role involves maintaining a safe, clean cooking area, preparing meals in large quantities, following menus and portion guides, and preparing special diets.

You will record temperatures and assist with serving while coordinating with dietary staff. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, at least one year of hospital or long-term care cooking experience, and a ServSafe certificate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience as a cook in a hospital or long-term care facility for not less than one year.
• Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner.
• Prepare meals; cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Follow prepared menus and portion control guides; prepare special diets accurately.
• Record food temperatures for meals; prepare pureed foods as needed.
• Assist with serving meals and report care concerns to supervisors.
• Maintain cleaning schedules and cooperate with dietary staff.

Skills

Read technical procedures

Read and follow recipes

Present information to managers/employ

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certificate

Job description

PACS Group in the United States is seeking an experienced cook for its healthcare kitchen operations. The role involves maintaining a safe, clean cooking area, preparing meals in large quantities, following menus and portion guides, and preparing special diets.

You will record temperatures and assist with serving while coordinating with dietary staff. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, at least one year of hospital or long-term care cooking experience, and a ServSafe certificate.