Lead Dietary Cook - Hospital & Long-Term Care Kitchen

ROLLINGHILLS; Belle Fourche (SD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

ROLLINGHILLS in the United States is seeking a cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. The role requires preparing meals for residents in a hospital or long-term care setting and maintaining high food safety standards.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent, at least one year of hospital/LTC cooking experience, and a ServSafe Certificate. You will work to follow menus, ensure proper temperatures, and assist with meal service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience as a cook in a hospital or long term care facility for not less than one year.
• Ability to read and follow recipes.
• Ability to read technical procedures.
• Ability to present information to managers and employees.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner.
• Prepare tasteful meals and cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Follow prepared menus and portion control guides; prepare special diets accurately.
• Record food temperatures; prepare pureed foods; work with other departments.
• Maintain sanitizer buckets; assist with serving meals; clean cooking and serving areas.
• Report resident care concerns to Administrator or Director of Nurses; participate in training of dietary staff.
• Present food appealingly; supervise as needed; work under supervision.
• Supervise in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.

Skills

Food safety

Cooking large quantities

Recipe adherence

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certificate

Job description

ROLLINGHILLS in the United States is seeking a cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. The role requires preparing meals for residents in a hospital or long-term care setting and maintaining high food safety standards.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent, at least one year of hospital/LTC cooking experience, and a ServSafe Certificate. You will work to follow menus, ensure proper temperatures, and assist with meal service.