Healthcare Kitchen Cook: Quality Resident Meals

Aperion Care; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Aperion Care in Kokomo, IN is seeking a Cook responsible for food preparation in compliance with all applicable standards and our policies, under the guidance of the Dietitian and Director of Food Services, to ensure high-quality food service at all times.

Responsibilities include menu reviews, policy development support, diet menu planning, interdepartmental coordination, and adherence to policies, with ongoing collaboration with the dietitian to implement recommended changes.

Qualifications

• One year dietary/food experience in a hospital or related medical facility preferred.
• State Food Service Sanitation certification required.
• Must read, speak and write English clearly.
• Ability to function independently with flexibility and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Review menus prior to preparation of food.
• Assist in developing and coordinating department policies and manuals.
• Interpret policies to residents, visitors, and staff as needed.
• Assist in planning regular and special diet menus as prescribed by the physician.
• Coordinate food services with other departments.
• Collaborate with the facility dietitian on approved changes.
• Ensure all procedures follow established policies.

Skills

Dietary experience

Sanitation certification

English proficiency

Independent work

Job description

Aperion Care in Kokomo, IN is seeking a Cook responsible for food preparation in compliance with all applicable standards and our policies, under the guidance of the Dietitian and Director of Food Services, to ensure high-quality food service at all times.

Responsibilities include menu reviews, policy development support, diet menu planning, interdepartmental coordination, and adherence to policies, with ongoing collaboration with the dietitian to implement recommended changes.