Healthcare Kitchen Lead Cook

Silverwood Post Acute in; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahwatukee Post Acute is seeking a Cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. You will prepare meals for residents, follow menus, and ensure safe, sanitary kitchen conditions.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of hospital or long-term care cooking experience, plus a ServSafe certification. You will read procedures and recipes and maintain portion control while supporting dietary staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of cook experience in hospital or long-term care.
• Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate.
• Able to read and follow technical procedures and recipes.
• Ability to follow prepared menus and portion control guides.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, sanitary manner.
• Prepare tasteful meals and cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Follow menus and portion control guides; prepare special diets accurately.
• Record food temperatures; prepare pureed foods as needed.
• Assist with serving meals and keep cooking area clean.
• Report resident care concerns to Administrators/Director of Nurses; participate in training of dietary staff.
• Present food attractively and supervise dining in absence of supervisor.
• Ensure cleaning schedules are followed; assist with supervisory duties when needed.

Skills

Reading procedures

Reading recipes

Communication

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certificate

Job description

Ahwatukee Post Acute is seeking a Cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. You will prepare meals for residents, follow menus, and ensure safe, sanitary kitchen conditions.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of hospital or long-term care cooking experience, plus a ServSafe certification. You will read procedures and recipes and maintain portion control while supporting dietary staff.