Nursing Facility Cook - Dietitian Led Food Service

Aperion Care; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Aperion Care in West Chicago, IL is seeking a Cook to prep meals in accordance with federal, state, and local standards and our policies. The cook will work under supervision of the Dietitian and Food Services Director to ensure quality meals for residents.

Responsibilities include menu review, diet planning, coordinating with departments, and implementing dietitian recommendations while maintaining safety and service standards.

Qualifications

• One year of dietary/food experience in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility is preferred but not required.
• Must have State Food Service Sanitation certification.
• Must be able to read, speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with the residents, personnel, and support agencies.

Responsibilities

• Review menus prior to preparation of food.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and coordinating department policies, procedures, and food service manuals.
• Interpret department policies and procedures for personnel, residents, visitors, family members, etc., as necessary.
• Assist in planning regular and special diet menus as prescribed by the attending physician. Assure that food is available for preparation by cooks.
• Coordinate food services with other departments as necessary.
• Work with the facility’s dietitian and implement recommended changes as required.
• Ensure that all food service procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.

Skills

Food service operations

Food safety

English communication

Independent work

Job description

Aperion Care in West Chicago, IL is seeking a Cook to prep meals in accordance with federal, state, and local standards and our policies. The cook will work under supervision of the Dietitian and Food Services Director to ensure quality meals for residents.

Responsibilities include menu review, diet planning, coordinating with departments, and implementing dietitian recommendations while maintaining safety and service standards.