Lead Hospital & LTC Cook — Diets & Sanitation

BEARCREEK in; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

BEARCREEK seeks a cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor in a hospital or long-term care setting. You will prepare meals in large quantities, follow menus, and supervise dietary staff when needed.

You must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of hospital/long-term care cooking experience, with ServSafe certification. Strong focus on sanitary practices and teamwork is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year experience as a cook in a hospital or long-term care facility.
• Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate.
• Ability to read technical procedures and follow recipes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, clean, and sanitary manner.
• Prepare meals in large quantities and to follow prepared menus and portion control guides.
• Prepare special diets accurately.
• Record food temperatures and maintain food safety standards.
• Supervise dietary staff in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.
• Report resident care concerns to Administrator/Director of Nurses and coordinate with other departments.
• Ensure cleaning schedules are followed and meals are presented appealingly.

Skills

Sanitation

Large quantity cooking

Menu following

Special diets

Temperature recording

Food presentation

Supervisory ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year hospital/long-term care cook experience

Tools

PCC

ServSafe knowledge

Job description

BEARCREEK seeks a cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor in a hospital or long-term care setting. You will prepare meals in large quantities, follow menus, and supervise dietary staff when needed.

You must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of hospital/long-term care cooking experience, with ServSafe certification. Strong focus on sanitary practices and teamwork is required.