Dietary Cook (Nursing Home Experience)

Bartholomew Health Care Group Inc.; Westford (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking a dedicated cook to join their team. In this role, you will prepare and cook meals for residents, ensuring that all food is prepared safely and according to standardized recipes. You will take charge of kitchen operations, maintain cleanliness, and respond to resident concerns in the dining area. This position offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of residents through quality meal preparation and service. If you have a passion for cooking and a commitment to excellence, we invite you to apply and be part of a caring and friendly environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and kitchen operations is essential.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety standards is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to menu and safety standards.
• Oversee kitchen operations and ensure cleanliness.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation Practices

Time Management

Problem-Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Training

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Food Storage Systems

Job description

SUMMARY
Prepares and cooks meals for residents and maintains standards of kitchen cleanliness.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner under the direction of the dining services coordinator/manager.
2. Insures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods according to standardized recipes.
3. Prepares quality food products according to standardized recipes and menus.
4. Prepares quality food in a timely manner at specified meal times.
5. Assumes responsibility for total kitchen operations and handles all situations in the kitchen according to policy.
6. Responds to resident issues or concerns that may occur in the dining room.
7. Follows departmental procedures including sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules.
8. Follows proper cleaning procedures and storage of all dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment.
9. Insures all food in refrigerator, freezer, and dry storage are labeled and dated.
10. Oversees proper food handling and utilization of all food to prevent contamination, increase quality, and reduce cost.
11. Suggests menu or recipe changes to utilize leftovers and other supplies.
12. Cleans all food service equipment, kitchen, and food storage areas.
13. Coordinates work of dining services aides.
14. Efficiently uses time to complete assigned work.

COMPANY MISSION
WE ARE COMMITTED to providing
The highest quality care and personal service
Delivered with a sense of
WARMTH
FRIENDLINESS
INDIVIDUAL PRIDE
And
COMPANY SPIRIT