Hospital Diet Kitchen Cook Aide

Wyoming Behavioral Institute; Casper, Northern (WY, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Wyoming Behavioral Institute is seeking a Cook/Dietary Aide to support the dietary team in preparing healthy, appetizing meals for patients. You will follow menus, prep meals and beverages, and ensure portions meet dietary guidelines, while coordinating with the Dietitian and Food Service Manager.

You will rotate between cooking and dietary support, help with storage, sanitation, and serving, and interact with patients to assist in selecting nutritionally balanced meals.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and have completed some high school, preferably up to grade 12.
• Able to read and understand recipes in English; read, write and speak English.
• Able to expand or reduce amounts of recipes and work as part of dietary team.

Responsibilities

• Follow menus and recipes provided by the Food Service Manager and Dietitian.
• Prepare meals, side dishes, salads and beverages according to menu cycle.
• Accurately prepare food for modified diets, consulting with Director or Dietitian as required.
• Complete and prepare meals in a timely manner as prescribed by posted meal times.
• Adhere to appropriate portion control and avoid over production.
• Provide leadership to the other food service staff during shift.
• Open the kitchen and organize daily tasks to execute the menu.
• Comply with facility and departmental policies and procedures regarding food services offered.
• Follow posted cleaning schedule and ensure a clean work area and dining room at all times.
• Document refrigeration and dish machine temperatures.
• Adhere to standards for food temperatures during cooking, servicing and storage of leftovers.
• Maintain walk-in freezer, and storerooms in an orderly fashion, and properly date and label all food items.
• Comply with established guidelines for sanitation and safety.
• Interact with patients in the serving line, offering assistance in the selection of a nutritionally balanced meal.
• Support and encourage harmonious working relationships within the department, as well as with all employees in the facility.
• Report any equipment malfunction immediately to the Food Service Director.
• Provide assistance with washing dishes and maintaining dish room in a clean and orderly fashion.

Education

Some high school education (preferably up to grade 12)

Job description

Wyoming Behavioral Institute is seeking a Cook/Dietary Aide to support the dietary team in preparing healthy, appetizing meals for patients. You will follow menus, prep meals and beverages, and ensure portions meet dietary guidelines, while coordinating with the Dietitian and Food Service Manager.

You will rotate between cooking and dietary support, help with storage, sanitation, and serving, and interact with patients to assist in selecting nutritionally balanced meals.