Skilled Nursing Kitchen Cook

Heritage Manor Care; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Heritage Manor Care in Newport Beach, CA is seeking a full-time cook to prepare meals following the approved menus under the direction of the dining services manager. You will ensure proper portioning and serving of feeds according to recipes and meal schedules.

Responsibilities include strict adherence to safety and sanitation standards, timely cooking for meals, proper labeling and storage of foods, and helping manage costs by reducing leftovers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1-3 months related experience or training is preferred.
• Knowledge of special diets is required.

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.
• Suggests menu or recipe changes to utilize leftovers and other supplies.
• Cleans all food service equipment, kitchen and food storage areas.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation standards

Meal timing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Heritage Manor Care in Newport Beach, CA is seeking a full-time cook to prepare meals following the approved menus under the direction of the dining services manager. You will ensure proper portioning and serving of feeds according to recipes and meal schedules.

Responsibilities include strict adherence to safety and sanitation standards, timely cooking for meals, proper labeling and storage of foods, and helping manage costs by reducing leftovers.