Facility Cook - Prepare Safe, Timely Nourishing Meals

The Center at Cordera; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center at Cordera in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO is seeking a Cook to prepare meals in accordance with applicable standards and facility policies, ensuring quality food service at all times.

The role requires the ability to cook a variety of foods in large quantities, review menus, coordinate dietary service with other departments, and work with the facility's dietitian as needed. This position supports residents and operates on-site with adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Ability to read and follow recipes and dietary guidelines.
• Maintain high sanitation and food safety standards.
• Collaborate with dietitians and nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Review menus prior to preparation of food.
• Inspect special diet trays to assure correct diets.
• Coordinate dietary service with other departments.
• Work with the facility's dietitian as necessary.
• Ensure menus are maintained and filed per policies.
• Assist in establishing food service production lines.
• Process diet changes as received from Nursing Services.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation & safety

English literacy

Teamwork

Job description

The Center at Cordera in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO is seeking a Cook to prepare meals in accordance with applicable standards and facility policies, ensuring quality food service at all times.

The role requires the ability to cook a variety of foods in large quantities, review menus, coordinate dietary service with other departments, and work with the facility's dietitian as needed. This position supports residents and operates on-site with adherence to safety protocols.