Hospital & LTC Kitchen Lead Cook

DEERFIELDBEACH; Deerfield Beach (FL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

DEERFIELD BEACH facility is seeking a cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, ensuring safe, sanitary conditions and high-quality meals for residents. The role requires following prepared menus, accurate portion control, and the ability to prepare special diets.

A high school diploma and at least one year of hospital or long-term care kitchen experience are required, along with a valid ServSafe certificate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Should have experience as a cook in a hospital or long term care facility for not less than one year.
• Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate.
• Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred.
• Must remain in good standing with the Department of Public Health.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner.
• Prepare tasteful meals and to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Follow prepared menus and portion control guides. Prepare special diets accurately.
• Record food temperatures for the meals. Prepare pureed foods.
• Assist with serving the different meals. Clean cooking area and serving carts.
• Report resident care concerns and potential issues to Administrator and/or Director of Nurses. Participate in the orientation and on-going training of dietary staff.
• Ability to make the presentation of the food appealing to the residents.
• Supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.

Skills

Reading procedures

Reading recipes

Communication with managers

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ServSafe Certificate

PCC experience

Job description

DEERFIELD BEACH facility is seeking a cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, ensuring safe, sanitary conditions and high-quality meals for residents. The role requires following prepared menus, accurate portion control, and the ability to prepare special diets.

A high school diploma and at least one year of hospital or long-term care kitchen experience are required, along with a valid ServSafe certificate.