Dietary Cook

JOB DESCRIPTION

Dietary Cook

Department: Dietary

FLSA Classification: Non-exempt

Reports to: Director of Food Services

Overview of the position: 

The Dietary Cook role functions to prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulation, with our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Dietitian and/or Dietary Services Supervisor, to assure that quality food service is provided at all times. As Cook, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Administrative Functions:

• Review menus prior to preparation of food.

• Coordinate dietary service with other departments as necessary.

• Ensure that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.

• Ensure that menus are maintained and filed in accordance with established policies and procedures.

• Process and communicate diet changes and new diets as ordered when Dietary Services Supervisor (DSS) is not present.

• Record food and equipment temperatures regularly per policy and procedure.

• Oversee meal service when the supervisor is not present. 

• Prepare palatable and appetizing meals in accordance with planned menus and temperature requirements on a timely basis.

• Prepare food for therapeutic and texture modified diets in accordance with planned menus with established portion control procedures.

• Assist in preparing and serving residents nutritional snacks and nourishments as ordered as needed.

• Be sure that appropriate equipment and utensils are provided with the resident’s meal tray, including special equipment, isolation equipment, etc. as ordered.

• Prepare and serve alternate food choices to residents who refuse foods served in compliance with the resident's diet order.

Experience:

• 6 months to 1 year dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred but not required. One (1) year cooking experience required.

• Knowledge of IDDSI diet standards preferred.

What We Offer (Full-Time):

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.  

• Additional options like Accident Insurance and Hospitalization plans.  

• Life and AD&D insurance included for full-time employees.  

• 401(k) retirement savings.  

• Paid time off: Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Paid orientation and training programs.