Chef - Full-time

Cura Health•Long Prairie, MN

6h•$22 - $25

About The Position

The Cook/Chef prepares and cooks nutritious meals according to daily menus, standardized recipes, and special-event needs. The role ensures safe food handling and storage, timely meal service at proper temperatures, and compliance with procedures and standards established by the Dietitian and Administrator. In the Dietitian’s absence, the Cook/Chef is responsible for management of the Dietary Department.

Requirements

Follow instructions willingly and meet deadlines.
Demonstrate organizational loyalty, honesty, punctuality, and dependability.

Responsibilities

Handle, prepare, and serve food safely and sanitarily.
Ensure meals are prepared and served on time and at proper temperatures.
Supervise the Second Cook and Dietary Aides in food preparation, sanitation, and compliance with policies and procedures.
Assist the Dietitian in planning department improvements and changes.
Maintain accurate and timely records of resident diet-change orders.
Prepare food according to daily menus and standardized recipes in the correct quantities for resident food service.
Prepare food that is palatable and appetizing in appearance, following established menus and recipes.
Practice proper portion control.
Manage perishable food storage and minimize waste.
Obtain food items needed for daily menu preparation, including pulling meat and other items from the freezer as needed.
Inform the Dietitian of shortages or possible substitutions.
Check in vendor deliveries when time allows.
Use kitchen equipment properly and clean it after each use.
Clean and sanitize work areas during food preparation and after each use.
Work cooperatively with co-workers in the Dietary Department and other departments.
Follow and ensure compliance with facility policies and procedures.
Perform other tasks as assigned by the Dietitian.
Comply with State and Federal rules and regulations pertaining to the Dietary Department.
Document daily activities in the Dietary logbook, including breakfast and lunch plate counts.
Record breakfast and lunch food temperatures.
Assist with Dietary Aide duties when necessary.