Cook- Polaris Community

Community Name : Polaris Community

The Cook is responsible for preparing and serving nourishing and attractive meals and other foods to residents as required to support the menu specific diet orders and other community events.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Reviews food menus and work orders to determine type and quantities of food to be prepared for all of the facility's dining rooms
• Acquires all necessary items for upcoming food cycles
• Prepares meals according to planned menus and standardized recipes in a sanitary manner to ensure the utmost in quality and minimize waste
• Reviews menus to identify all foods required for therapeutic diets (i.e., soft, pureed, etc) before preparing food
• Uses nutritionally equivalent substitutes when required
• Operates a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment, such as blenders, mixers, grinders, slicers and tenderizers
• Maintains Dining Services department according to established rules and regulations of sanitation
• Directs and assists in performing daily and scheduled cleaning duties
• Stores food in designated areas, utilizing knowledge of temperature requirements, food spoilage and sanitation
• Meets meal schedules
• Serves meals according to portion control
• Checks meal trays for accuracy before they leave the kitchen area
• Records menu changes
• Manages the schedule for other cooks, diet technicians and dining services assistants
• Reports observations concerning structural, equipment and furniture defects and malfunctioning to appropriate personnel
• Maintains confidentiality of necessary information
• Utilizes supplies and equipment properly and without waste
• Handles unusual occurrences calmly and logically to maintain continuity of business and duties
• Follows all appropriate safety and security guidelines, procedures and protocol for residents in the unit
• Participates in relevant educational and training activities as appropriate
• Performs all other duties as assigned or directed

Competency Statement(s)

Skills & Abilities

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