Cook 7

Enterprise Mangement Solutions Inc•Baltimore, MD

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook is responsible for preparing meals in accordance with residents’ dietary needs, preferences, and facility standards. This includes ensuring food is prepared safely, presented attractively, and served timely. The cook will work closely with other kitchen staff and facility management to provide a pleasant dining experience.

Requirements

Proven experience as a cook or chef, preferably in an assisted living facility, hospital, or similar healthcare setting.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
Must have a valid Driver's License in good standing.
Strong culinary skills with the ability to prepare meals that meet dietary guidelines.
Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently.
Strong interpersonal skills to interact with residents and staff.
Attention to detail to ensure dietary compliance and meal quality.

Nice To Haves

Culinary school or formal culinary training is a plus.
ServSafe certification or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and cook meals for residents, following established recipes and nutritional guidelines.
Modify recipes to accommodate residents with special dietary restrictions (e.g., diabetic, low-sodium, gluten-free, etc.).
Maintain high standards of cleanliness and food safety, ensuring the kitchen complies with health department regulations.
Oversee kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating. Ensure efficient use of ingredients and minimize waste.
Monitor and manage food inventory, placing orders / shopping when necessary, and ensuring proper storage of perishable and non-perishable goods.
Communicate with residents to understand their preferences, allergies, and feedback, making adjustments as needed.
Work closely with other kitchen staff, caregivers, and the dietary department to coordinate meal service and resolve any dietary issues.
Ensure kitchen, cooking equipment, and food preparation areas are clean and organized.
Deliver meals to sites within 1 hour of scheduled mealtimes ensuring meals are transported and delivered in a safe manner.
Assist your supervisor with any work-related tasks as requested taking initiative where possible.
Responsible for following regulations of COMAR, CARF, any other regulatory body, and company policies/ procedures related to service delivery and documentation and co-facilitating orientation of all new hires to these as well.
Support the maintenance of a safe environment by participating in training and drills as requested.
Maintain confidentiality of records relating to client’s treatment.
Participate in external and internal audits/surveys (CARF/CSA/OHCQ) as directed by the supervisor.
Participates in quality assurance and performance improvement plans by completing periodic audits or other activities to ensure regulatory compliance and/or improve service delivery.