Skilled Cook for Resident Diets & Meal Prep

Cross Healthcare Services; Heights (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cross Healthcare Services is seeking a Kitchen Cook to prepare foods in compliance with state regulations, resident diet requirements, and organizational policies. Responsibilities include following standardized recipes, ensuring portion control, and maintaining proper food handling and temperature.

The role requires clear communication and adherence to safety standards in a healthcare kitchen. The position is on-site and integrates with a team focused on delivering consistent, quality meals for

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of quality food preparation preferred.
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in English.

Responsibilities

• Follows established departmental procedures in accordance with state regulations and administrative policies.
• Follows the established standardized recipes and monitors food production and waste.
• Prepares the portions of meal items according to menu and diet requirements.
• Reviews menus for special diet needs prior to meal.
• Monitors tray line at meal times to ensure proper portion control standards, dietary restrictions, and dietary supplementation are being adhered to.
• Prepare food to coincide with meal serving hours so that quality, quantity, temperature, and appearance of food are preserved.
• Operates all kitchen equipment as necessary.
• Monitors perishable foods and ensures proper storage and rotation.
• Maintain proper food and freezer storage.
• Maintain proper food handling techniques and ensure glove usage, as appropriate.
• Performs other related duties as required or requested.

Skills

English communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Cross Healthcare Services is seeking a Kitchen Cook to prepare foods in compliance with state regulations, resident diet requirements, and organizational policies. Responsibilities include following standardized recipes, ensuring portion control, and maintaining proper food handling and temperature.

The role requires clear communication and adherence to safety standards in a healthcare kitchen. The position is on-site and integrates with a team focused on delivering consistent, quality meals for