Healthcare Kitchen Cook - Diet-Driven Menu Prep

Castlehcc; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Castlehcc is seeking a Cook responsible for food preparation in accordance with federal, state, and local standards and our policies. The Cook will work under the Dietitian and Director of Food Services to ensure high-quality food service at all times.

The role requires reviewing menus, assisting with policy development, planning diet menus, coordinating with other departments, and ensuring procedures follow policy. English fluency and sanitation certification are required.

Qualifications

• 1 year dietary/food experience in a hospital or related medical facility preferred but not required.
• Must have State Food Service Sanitation certification.
• Must be able to read, speak and write English clearly.
• Must function independently with integrity and ability to work with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Review menus prior to preparation of food.
• Assist in developing and coordinating department policies, procedures, and food service manuals.
• Interpret department policies to residents, visitors, and staff as necessary.
• Assist in planning regular and special diet menus as prescribed by the physician.
• Coordinate food services with other departments as necessary.
• Work with the facility's dietitian and implement recommended changes.
• Ensure food service procedures follow established policies.

Skills

Dietary experience

English literacy

Education

State Food Service Sanitation certification

Job description

Castlehcc is seeking a Cook responsible for food preparation in accordance with federal, state, and local standards and our policies. The Cook will work under the Dietitian and Director of Food Services to ensure high-quality food service at all times.

The role requires reviewing menus, assisting with policy development, planning diet menus, coordinating with other departments, and ensuring procedures follow policy. English fluency and sanitation certification are required.