Found Description
General Purpose
It is the responsibility of the cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. He/she reports to the Dietary supervisor.
Responsibilities
- Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner.
- Prepare tasteful meals and cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
- Follow prepared menus and portion control guides; prepare special diets accurately.
- Record food temperatures for the meals; prepare pureed foods; work cooperatively and harmoniously with personnel in all departments.
- Maintain quaternary solution in sanitizer buckets; assist with serving the different meals; clean cooking area and serving carts.
- Report resident care concerns and potential issues to Administrator and/or Director of Nurses.
- Participate in the orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.
- Make food presentation appealing to r...