PRN - Cook

Heritage Manor Care; California (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A Skilled Nursing Facility is seeking a full-time cook to prepare meals in a safe and sanitary manner. The cook will ensure adherence to safety standards and manage food preparation according to dietary needs. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and some experience in food service. This role offers opportunities to suggest menu changes and work in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food sanitation and safety.
• Ability to prepare food according to dietary requirements.
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to the menu in a safe manner.
• Ensure proper preparation and serving according to recipes.
• Clean food service equipment and storage areas.
• Adheres to all safety and sanitation standards.
• Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times.
• Responds to community issues or concerns that may occur in the dining room.
• Follows department procedures and storage of all dishes, utensils and cooking equipment.
• Ensures all food in refrigerator, freezer, and dry storage are labeled and dated.
• Oversees proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality and reduce cost.
• Suggests menu or recipe changes to utilize leftovers and other supplies.
• Cleans all food service equipment, kitchen and food storage areas.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Sanitation practices

Diet management

Portion control

Timely service

Leftovers utilization

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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We are looking for a full-time cook. Pay rate depends on experience. Prefer experience in Skilled Nursing Facility.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner under the direction of the dining services manager.
• Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of feeds according to standardized recipes.
• Prepares quality food products according to standardized recipes and menus.
• Adheres to all safety and sanitation standards.
• Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times.
• Responds to community issues or concerns that may occur in the dining room.
• Follows department procedures and storage of all dishes, utensils and cooking equipment.
• Ensures all food in refrigerator, freezer, and dry storage are labeled and dated.
• Oversees proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality and reduce cost.
• Suggets menu or recipe changes to utilize leftovers and other supplies.
• Cleans all food service equipment, kitchen and food storage areas.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1-3 months related experience or training.
• Requires knowledge of special diets.

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