Dietary Cooks

Essential Functions

• Coordinate food preparation and meal service.

• Plan and initiate cooking schedule for food preparation to meet meal schedule.

• Prepare, season, cook and serve for assigned meal; ensure appropriate portioned servings according to portion control standards.

• Prepare nutritional snacks for clients as directed by Dietary Manager.

• Determine amount and type of food and supplies as required for daily menus.

• Clean equipment and work areas as assigned by the Dietary Manager.

• Maintains compliance with all HIPAA regulations.

• Perform other department duties assigned by the Dietary Manager.

Non-Essential Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Professional Requirements

• Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.

• Complete annual education requirements.

• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.

• Report to work on time and as scheduled.

• Wear identification while on duty.

• Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations.

• Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.

• Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.

• Communicate the mission, ethics, and goals of the organization.

• Attend regular staff meetings and in-services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• One (1) year food experience in a supervisory capacity in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred (but not necessary).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.

• Ability to understand and follow written or verbal instructions.

• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines

• Skilled in preparing meals according to instructions

• Apt in operating cookware, bakeware and cooking appliances

• Must have excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.

• Possess the ability to communicate effectively and deal tactfully with personnel, Residents, families, and visitors.

• Ability to maintain high degree of confidentiality.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Must be flexible to work varied schedule based on special events, emergencies, programs, and trips.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions.

• Pushing and pulling heavy objects.

• Position requires light to moderate work with 50 pounds maximum weight to lift and carry.

• Position requires reaching, bending, stooping, and handling objects with hands and/or fingers, talking and/or hearing, and seeing.