Dietary Cook
North Winds Living Center
Primary Purpose of this Position The primary purpose of this position is to prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, established facility policies and procedures and as directed by the Head Cook/Chef
and/or the Certified Dietary Manager. Duties and Responsibilities Administrative Functions
Staff Development Functions
and/or the Certified Dietary Manager. Duties and Responsibilities Administrative Functions
- Process diet changes and new diets received from nursing services.
- Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submit to the Certified Dietary Manager.
- Inspect special diet trays to assure that the correct diet is served to the resident.
- Coordinate food and nutrition services with other departments as necessary.
- Assist in establishing a food service production line to assure that meals are prepared on time.
- Ensure that menus are maintained and filed in accordance with established facility policies and procedures.
- Review menus prior to preparation of food.
- Assist in standardizing the methods in which work will be accomplished.
- Ensure that all food procedures are followed in accordance with established facility policies.
- Assume the authority, responsibility and accountability of cook.
- Sweep and mop floors as directed.
- Prepare food in accordance with standardized recipe, planned menus and special diet orders.
- Prepare and serve bedtime snacks.
- Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
- Prepare and serve substitute foods to residents who refuse foods served.
- Be sure that appropriate equipment and utensils are provided with the resident's meal tray.
- Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
Staff Development Functions
- Attend and participate in mandatory in-service training programs as scheduled.
- Attend and participate in workshops, seminars, etc., as directed.
- Assist/direct daily or scheduled cleaning duties in accordance with established facility policies and procedures.
- Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established facility policies.
- Prepare food in accordance with sanitary regulations as well as established facility policies and procedures.
- Follow established infection prevention and control policies and procedures when performing daily tasks.
- Ensure that safety regulations and precautions are followed at all times by all personnel.
- Ensure that the department is maintained in a clean and safe manner by assuring that necessary equipment and supplies are maintained.
- Report all accidents/incidents as established by department policies; fill out and file reports as directed.
- Report all hazardous conditions/equipment to the Certified Dietary Manager immediately.
- Report missing/illegible labels or safety data sheets (SDSs) to the Certified Dietary Manager.
- Assist in maintaining food storage areas in a clean and properly arranged manner at all times.
- Recommend to the Certified Dietary Manager the equipment and supply needs of the department.
- Assist in inventorying and storing incoming food, supplies, etc., as necessary.
- Assist in food preparation for special meals, parties, etc.
- Make only authorized food substitutions.
- Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis.
- Works in the facility's food and nutrition services areas (i.e., dining rooms, kitchen, etc.).
- Works in well-lighted/ventilated areas.
- Moves intermittently during working hours.
- Is subject to frequent interruptions.
- Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and
circumstances. - Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, etc.
- Communicates with the medical staff, nursing staff and other department supervisors.
- Works beyond normal duty hours on weekends and in other positions temporarily when necessary.
- Is subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.).
- Attends and participates in continuing education programs.
- Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the workday as well as reactions from
dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke and other air contaminants. - Is subject to sudden temperature changes when entering refrigerator.
- May be exposed to heat/cold temperatures in kitchen/storage area.
- Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B
viruses. - Maintains a liaison with other department directors to adequately plan for food and nutrition services/activities.
- May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.
- One (1) year food experience in a supervisory capacity in a hospital, nursing care facility or other related medical facility preferred (but not necessary).
- Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
- Must be knowledgeable of food procedures.
- Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
- Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
- Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, the appearance of work areas and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of assigned duties.
- Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.
- Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing food practices.
- Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
- Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
- Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.
- Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
- Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
- Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity and the ability to work effectively with the residents, personnel and support agencies.
- Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which include a medical and physical examination.
- Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and, at times, hostile people within the
facility. - Must be able to push, pull, move and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
- Must be able to taste and smell food to determine quality and palatability.
- May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
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