Dietary Cook

Job Opportunity At Solaris HealthCare Coconut Creek Solaris HealthCare Coconut Creek is now hiring. We are looking for caring individuals to provide outstanding care to our residents each and every day. We are located at 4125 W Sample Rd, Coconut Creek, FL 33073. Proud Partner of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers – join the spirited KARE KREWE of Coconut Creek! You'll love being part of our team—and you may also qualify for these amazing benefits: Affordable Health, Dental & Vision Insurance (family options included) Advanced Pay -get paid when YOU want 401k with Company Match -plan for your future Generous ETO, Holidays & Sick Time -we value work life balance Tuition Reimbursement -invest in your growth Life Insurance & Disability Coverage -peace of mind for you & your family Uniforms Provided & Perks Programs -we've got your covered Shift Differentials depending on location, position & shift! Join a team that invests in YOU - your health, future & your success! This role requires Florida AHCA Clearinghouse background screening. Purpose of Your Job Position The primary purpose of your job position is to prepare and serves nourishing and attractive meals and other foods as required to support the menu specific to diet orders and other center events, in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, and Solaris HealthCare's established policies and procedures. Job Functions General Responsibilities Residents Rights Safety Staff Development Food Preparation/Production Responsibilities Reviews menus, production and prep guides to determine type and quantities of food to be prepared. Prepares all meal items according to planned menus and standardized recipes in a sanitary manner to ensure the utmost in quality with a minimum of waste. Uses nutritionally equivalent substitutes when required. Operates a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment, such as blender, mixer, fryer, slicer, steamer, food processor, convection oven, stove, conventional oven, steam table and tilt skillet. Wash, peel, cut, and shreds vegetables and fruits to prepare for use. Tests and observes food by tasting for palatability. Slices portions of meat for individual servings. Follows recipes. Add gravies, sauces, and garnishes as required. Prepares and assists with special function meals. Completes work assignments. Meal Service Responsibilities Food Safety Administrative Responsibilities Special Activities/Attributes Education High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Ability to read and write, required. Experience One to two years as cook in a large scale cooking operation, preferred.