Therapeutic Diet Cook — High-Volume Meal Prep

Infinity Healthcare Consulting; Penwick Village (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Infinity Healthcare Consulting is seeking a Cook to prepare meals in a hospital or skilled nursing setting, following federal, state, and local standards and our kitchen policies. The Cook works under the Head Cook and Dietary Supervisor to ensure high quality, safe food service at all times.

Responsibilities include menu review, portion control, coordinating with the dietitian, and preparing foods for therapeutic diets.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year hospital/healthcare dietary experience preferred.
• Sanitation certificate is required.
• Ability to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Read, write, speak and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals palatable and appetizing in appearance.
• Review menus prior to preparation of food.
• Maintain and file menus per established policies.
• Prepare meals according to planned menus.
• Prepare food for therapeutic diets per planned menus.
• Inspect special diet trays for correct diets.
• Coordinate dietary service with other departments as needed.
• Work with the facility's dietitian and implement changes.
• Ensure dietary procedures follow established policies.
• Process diet changes received from Nursing Services.
• Serve food according to established portion control procedures.

Skills

Food prep

Quality plating

Portion control

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Sanitation certificate

1 year dietary experience in healthcare (preferred)

Job description

Infinity Healthcare Consulting is seeking a Cook to prepare meals in a hospital or skilled nursing setting, following federal, state, and local standards and our kitchen policies. The Cook works under the Head Cook and Dietary Supervisor to ensure high quality, safe food service at all times.

Responsibilities include menu review, portion control, coordinating with the dietitian, and preparing foods for therapeutic diets.