Cook (NE)

Citrus Hills Assisted Living•Orange, CA

33d•$18 - $20

About The Position

The primary purpose of the Dietary Cook is to prepare food for our residents in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, with established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Director of Food Services, to assure quality food service is provided at all times. We are guided by our CAPLICO Core Values: Customer Second (Employee First!) Accountability Passion for Learning Love One Another Intelligent Risk Taking Celebration Ownership

Requirements

Current Food Handler’s Permit, as required by state regulation
Current CPR certification, as required by state regulation

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or Equivalent, preferred.
One (1) year dietary experience in a healthcare setting, preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare meals in accordance with planned menus.
Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
Prepare food for therapeutic diets in accordance with planned menus.
Prepare food in accordance with standardized recipes and special diet orders.
Prepare and serve bedtime snacks, and between meal snacks when directed.
Process diet changes and new diets as received from Wellness Director.
Be sure that appropriate equipment and utensils are provided with the resident's meal tray.
Review care plans to assure that current dietary information is consistent with foods served.
Prepare and serve substitute foods to residents who refuse foods served.
Prepare food, etc., in accordance with sanitary regulations as well as without established policies and procedures.