Dietary Cook - Part Time

Brookwood Gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation Center -

Position Purpose : Prepares and serves nourishing and attractive meals and other foods as required to support the menu specific to diet orders and other center events.

Qualifications :

High school diploma, preferred. Ability to read, write and do math needed for recipes required.

Two years as Cook in a large-scale cooking operation preferred.

Major Duties and Responsibilities :

Uses Standard Precautions as outlined in policies and procedures.

Follows established safety policies and procedures.

Observes safety needs of patients as indicated in care plan.

Wears and / or uses safety equipment and supplies when indicated and properly trained to use.

Operates, cleans and stores kitchen equipment in a safe manner.

Identifies location of MSDS for chemicals used. Is familiar with eye wash stations.

Reviews menus, patient census information, production guides and pre-prep sheets to determine type and quantities of food to be prepared.

Prepares meal items according to planned menus and standardized recipes; refers to food service director or dietitian the need for menu changes.

Prepares food according to safe food handling guidelines.

Prepares food in a timely manner to preserve food quality and serves meal on time.

Operates a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment such as blenders, mixer, food slicer, steamer, food processor, convention oven, range and tilt skillet.

Prepares consistency modified and diet foods appropriately.

Bakes, roasts, broils, and steams food items to prepare for consumption.

Promotes customer service and patient enjoyment of meals and dining.

Advocates for patients to honor their choices in food and dining.

Uses menus and tray tickets to serve meals correctly.

Meets meal schedules and has meals ready to serve on time.

Serves meals attractively using appropriate garnishes, serving utensils and dinnerware.

Prepares and assists with special function meals.

The company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status) , sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances .