Dietary Cook

Job Description The Dietary Cook plays a vital role in preparing nutritious meals primarily for inpatient settings within a small team of 1-5 cooks. Reporting to the Kitchen Manager, the cook ensures adherence to dietary requirements and maintains high standards of kitchen safety and sanitation while working regular night shifts. Responsibilities Prepare food according to prescribed recipes and dietary guidelines Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen Follow recipe adherence to meet patient nutritional needs Ensure kitchen safety protocols are strictly observed Properly store food to prevent contamination and spoilage Control portion sizes to meet diet specifications Preferred Qualifications 1+ years of experience in food preparation Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and hygiene practices Understanding of menu planning and kitchen equipment operation Strong time management and teamwork skills Attention to detail and basic nutrition knowledge #J-18808-Ljbffr