Cook/Tray Setter

J Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital•Southport, NC

About The Position

Prepares and serves food according to Local, State, and Federal guidelines and maintains dietetic services facilities, equipment, and utensils in a sanitary manner. Provides supervision of dietetic service employees when the assistant supervisor, supervisor, or manager is absent. Responsible for setting up patient trays in a timely and sanitary manner, including setting up the workstation, assembling trays, and delivering and retrieving patients’ and residents’ trays. Prepares cold food items in accordance with prescribed diets and cleans the workstation, equipment, dishes, and flatware.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
One year of experience in food service and general food preparation.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook meats, soups, gravies, sauces, and vegetables.
Roast, steam, bake, and fry food items.
Assemble ingredients and flavors in accordance with diets and recipes.
Plate food with portion and quality control, presenting it attractively.
Assist with inspecting and storing food and supplies.
Maintain the food service facility and equipment in a clean and sanitary manner.
Set up the workstation to facilitate efficient meal service.
Assemble food trays according to diet orders.
Highlight critical information on cards, such as allergies and dislikes.
Deliver and retrieve trays at designated times.
Prepare and deliver between-meal nourishments to hospital units and the nursing center according to specifications.
Prepare salads, desserts, and beverages for meals.
Clean trays, dishes, silverware, equipment, and workspace according to sanitation guidelines after each patient meal period.
Maintain accurate records.
Supervise dietetic service employees in the absence of the assistant supervisor, supervisor, or manager.