Hospital Cook: Diet-Driven Meal Prep & Quality Service

Aperion Care; Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Aperion Care in Smithfield, RI is seeking a Cook to manage food preparation in accordance with federal, state and local standards and our policies, under the guidance of the Dietitian and Director of Food Services. The role focuses on delivering quality meals and ensuring safety and compliance in daily operations.

The Cook reviews menus, assists in developing and coordinating department procedures, plans regular and special diet menus, and collaborates with other departments to meet residents’

Qualifications

• One year dietary/food experience in a hospital, nursing care facility, or related medical facility preferred but not required.
• Must be able to read, speak and write the English language clearly.
• Must function independently with flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work with residents, personnel, and support agencies.

Responsibilities

• Review menus prior to preparation of food.
• Assist in developing, implementing and coordinating department policies, procedures, and food service manuals.
• Interpret department policies and procedures to personnel, residents, visitors, family members, etc., as necessary.
• Assist in planning regular and special diet menus as prescribed by the attending physician and assure that food is available for preparation by cooks.
• Coordinate food services with other departments as necessary.
• Work with the facility’s dietitian and implement recommended changes as required.
• Ensure that all food service procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.

Education

State Food Service Sanitation certification

Job description

Aperion Care in Smithfield, RI is seeking a Cook to manage food preparation in accordance with federal, state and local standards and our policies, under the guidance of the Dietitian and Director of Food Services. The role focuses on delivering quality meals and ensuring safety and compliance in daily operations.

The Cook reviews menus, assists in developing and coordinating department procedures, plans regular and special diet menus, and collaborates with other departments to meet residents’