Full-Time Cook for Senior Care Kitchen

Heritage Manor Care; California; On-site; USD 26,174 - 31,684; Full time

Job summary

Heritage Manor Care is seeking a full-time Cook to prepare quality food in a skilled nursing facility. Key responsibilities include meal preparation, adherence to safety and sanitation standards, and managing food storage. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and related experience in culinary settings.

Qualifications

• 1-3 months related experience or training required.
• Requires knowledge of special diets.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner.
• Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of feeds.
• Cleans all food service equipment, kitchen and food storage areas.

Skills

Food Safety

Quality Control

Special Diet Knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We are looking for a full-time cook. Pay Rate Depending on experience. Prefer experience in Skilled Nursing Facility.

· Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner under the direction of the dining services manager.

· Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of feeds according to standardized recipes.

· Prepares quality food products according to standardized recipes and menus.

· Adheres to all safety and sanitation standards.

· Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times.

· Responds to community issues or concerns that may occur in the dining room.

· Follows department procedures and storage of all dishes, utensils and cooking equipment.

· Ensures all food in refrigerator, freezer, and dry storage are labeled and dated.

· Oversees proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality and reduce cost.

· Suggests menu or recipe changes to utilize leftovers and other supplies.

· Cleans all food service equipment, kitchen and food storage areas.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1-3 months related experience or training.
• Requires knowledge of special diets.