Cook

Job Description

Job Description

The cook will be responsible for preparing and serving meals according to the menu, monitoring methods of food handling, preparation, meal service, and equipment cleaning. Safely and efficiently provides nutritionally appropriate food to residents for the purpose of maintaining and enhancing their overall health. Ensures the provision of quality food service and nutrition care in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Prepares meal items according to planned menus and standardized recipes; refers to supervisor or dietitian the need for menu changes.
• Reviews menus, resident census information, production guides and pre-prep sheets to determine type and quantities of food to be prepared.
• Prepares food according to safe food handling guidelines per company policy and procedure and state and federal codes and regulations
• Assists with food ordering, storage and preparation as designated by the supervisor; Prepares food in a timely manner to preserve food quality and serve meal on time.
• Maintains standards for food preparation and quality of food service; uses nutritionally equivalent substitutes when required; Follows standardized recipes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred
• Long-term care facility experience preferred
• Merriam Gardens Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center offers a career advancement program that trains aspiring Cooks or Food Service Directors/ Certified Dietary Managers that have an interest in working in the food and healthcare industry. 

BENEFITS

·         401K

·         Annual evaluations

·         Dental insurance

·         Disability insurance

·         Electronic documentation

·         Employee appreciation events

·         Health insurance

·         Life insurance

·         Modified Comp

·         Paid time off

·         Tuition reimbursement

·         Vision insurance