Dietary Cook

Magnolia Health Systems • Winchester, IN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Dietary Cooks are valuable members of our health care team who prepare food in accordance with current Federal, State, and local standards, the facility’s established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Director of Food Service and/or Assistant Director of Food Service, to ensure that quality food service is provided at all times. Pineknoll Rehabilitation Centre is a skilled nursing facility located in Winchester, Indiana. Pineknoll Rehabilitation Centre is seeking compassionate Dietary Cooks to become a part of our team where our primary goal is to provide exceptional care to our residents. Pineknoll Rehabilitation Centre is seeking Dietary Cooks to- Prepare and serve food and meals in accordance with planned menus and established portion control procedures. Ensure that the department and all food storage areas are maintained in a clean and safe manner and that necessary equipment and supplies are properly maintained and arranged. Review and process diet changes and new diets as received from nursing services and coordinate dietary services with other departments as necessary. Review menus prior to preparation of food and inspect all trays to ensure completion and accuracy of menu and diet preferences. Assist in inventorying and storing incoming foods, supplies, and equipment.

Requirements

• Some training and experience in food preparation, cooking, estimating quantities of food needed, and in principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment desirable.
• Must be knowledgeable of the proper methods and cooking temperatures for best utilization and yield of meats and other foods.
• Completion of elementary education or otherwise show ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food and meals in accordance with planned menus and established portion control procedures.
• Ensure that the department and all food storage areas are maintained in a clean and safe manner and that necessary equipment and supplies are properly maintained and arranged.
• Review and process diet changes and new diets as received from nursing services and coordinate dietary services with other departments as necessary.
• Review menus prior to preparation of food and inspect all trays to ensure completion and accuracy of menu and diet preferences.
• Assist in inventorying and storing incoming foods, supplies, and equipment.

Benefits

• Health Insurance through United Healthcare
• Dental Insurance through HRI Dental
• Vision Insurance through EyeMed
• Supplemental Insurance: Critical Illness Accident Disability Coverage Hospital Indemnity
• Life Insurance through Cincinnati Life: Builds cash value Employee-owned policy Family coverage, including grandchildren
• Paid Vacation
• Attendance Bonuses
• Weekend Bonuses
• Holiday Pay – starts immediately with no waiting period
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Career Advancement Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees