LTC Cook

Emerald Healthcare; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerald Care Center Claremore is seeking a full-time LTC Cook to join our dietary team. You will prepare meals that meet planned menus and dietary guidelines, including specialized diets, while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen in a skilled nursing facility.

You will work with the dietary staff to ensure nutritional needs are met and residents receive meals that align with their preferences. This role requires physical stamina and strong teamwork in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary certification preferred; Food Handlers permit required.
• Experience as a cook, preferably in healthcare or institutional settings; experience with special diets is a plus.
• Physical ability to lift/move heavy objects, stand long hours, and lift/transfer residents as needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to work with a diverse team of healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation: Prepare and cook a variety of meals according to planned menus, dietary guidelines, and individual resident needs, including specialized diets (e.g., low sodium, diabetic, gluten-free).
• Menu Adherence: Follow standardized recipes and portion control procedures to ensure consistency and quality of meals.
• Kitchen Safety: Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, including proper handling and storage of food items in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Resident Needs: Adjust recipes and meal plans to accommodate residents' dietary restrictions and preferences, while ensuring that all nutritional requirements are met.
• Inventory Management: Assist in ordering and stocking food supplies, ensuring that inventory levels are maintained and that all food items are stored properly.
• Collaboration: Work with dietary staff and other healthcare professionals to plan and review menus and to address any resident concerns or changes in dietary needs.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of food temperatures, portion sizes, and dietary modifications as required.
• Training: Participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to stay current with food safety standards, dietary trends, and best practices in food preparation.

Skills

Food safety & sanitation

Recipe following

Time management

Communication with residents & staff

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary certification or degree

Food Handlers permit

Job description

LTC Cook

Job Title: LTC Cook

Location: Claremore, Oklahoma

Company: Emerald Care Center Claremore

Position Type: Fulltime, Monday - Friday 11am-7pm

Company Slogan: It Feels Like Home

As a Cook at Emerald Care Center Claremore, you will play a vital role in ensuring the preparation and delivery of nutritious and delicious meals for our residents. You will work closely with the dietary team to follow dietary guidelines and accommodate special dietary needs, while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment. Your contributions will enhance the overall well-being and satisfaction of our residents in our skilled nursing facility.

Work Environment:
This position operates in a clinical healthcare environment.

Responsibilities:

• Meal Preparation: Prepare and cook a variety of meals according to planned menus, dietary guidelines, and individual resident needs, including specialized diets (e.g., low sodium, diabetic, gluten-free).

• Menu Adherence: Follow standardized recipes and portion control procedures to ensure consistency and quality of meals.

• Kitchen Safety: Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, including proper handling and storage of food items in compliance with health and safety regulations.

• Resident Needs: Adjust recipes and meal plans to accommodate residents' dietary restrictions and preferences, while ensuring that all nutritional requirements are met.

• Inventory Management: Assist in ordering and stocking food supplies, ensuring that inventory levels are maintained and that all food items are stored properly.

• Collaboration: Work with dietary staff and other healthcare professionals to plan and review menus and to address any resident concerns or changes in dietary needs.

• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of food temperatures, portion sizes, and dietary modifications as required.

• Training: Participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to stay current with food safety standards, dietary trends, and best practices in food preparation.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; culinary certification or degree in a relevant field preferred. Food Handlers permit required.

• Experience: Proven experience as a cook, preferably in a healthcare or institutional setting. Experience with special diets and dietary restrictions is a plus.

• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move heavy objects, stand for extended periods, and work in a fast-paced environment.

• Communications: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of healthcare professionals and build positive relationships with residents and their families.

• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and transfer residents as needed, and to perform tasks that require physical stamina and endurance.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

• Ability to follow recipes and dietary guidelines accurately.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with residents and staff.