Nursing Home Cook (Full-time)

Coal County Extended Care; Coalgate (OK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Coal County Extended Care in Oklahoma is seeking a dedicated dietary aide to prepare meals according to standardized recipes for patient service and modified diets. You will follow menus, weigh and portion accurately, supervise staff in the absence of a supervisor, and maintain clean, sanitary work areas while supporting tray assembly and meal service.

The role requires a high school diploma, at least one year of experience, and being at least 18 years old; training and opportunities to advance

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in food service.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meats, vegetables, soups, and sauces per production sheets.
• Supervise shift employees in absence of supervisor.
• Follow menus with accurate weighing, measuring, and portioning.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment.
• Operate cooking equipment safely and clean after use.
• Assist with special functions and other department duties.
• Plan cooking schedules to ensure timely food preparation.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Sanitation

Team supervision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cooking equipment

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:Prepares meats, vegetables, soups, sauces, etc. for the regular and modified patient service as determined by daily production sheets. Responsible for the supervision of shift employees in the absence of a supervisor. Works under the direction and supervision of the Director of Food Service.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Puts up stock using proper storage procedures, e.g., similar items together, labels facing front, dating when necessary.Keeps work area clean and sanitizes work surfaces; mops floors according to procedure; takes out trash as necessary performs assigned cleaning duties.Follows menus, demonstrating accuracy in weighing, measuring, and portioning food.Provides a positive impression of the dietary department when serving the public in patient care areas and dining room. Wears a clean uniform, name badge and hair net.Assumes other departmental position or duties, e.g. washing dishes and/or assisting with special functions as requested by supervisor.Consults menu for thawing and doing advance preparation when possible.Safely operates electric and steam cooking equipment and dishwashers; cleans equipment and pots and pans after use; initiates repairs as needed.Prepares high-quality food according to standardized recipes in the correct amountsDemonstrates the ability to prepare trays with accuracy, efficiency and with an attractive arrangement.Safely uses food preparation utensils.Plans cooking schedules to have food prepared on time, but not too far in advance.Demonstrates understanding and working knowledge of proper techniques for food preparation, including modified diets.Demonstrates the ability to implement diet changes and adjusting for nutritionally equivalent substitutes.Performs any other duty as assigned.Qualifications:High School Diploma, or GEDAt least 1 year of experienceMust be at least 18 years old