Part time/PRN Dietary Cook

Journey Skilled Nursing•Fort Gaines, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Journey is seeking a Part-time/PRN Dietary Cook to join their team. The company emphasizes strong local leadership and a dedicated home office team, with a vision to change the world one heart at a time and a mission to achieve exceptional quality outcomes by leading a world-class Care Team. The Dietary Cook will be responsible for preparing and serving meals according to dietary guidelines, ensuring food safety and compliance, and maintaining kitchen operations.

Requirements

At least one year of institutional cooking experience, preferably in long-term care or hospital settings.
Proficiency in quantity cooking, portion control, and understanding modified diets.
Ability to read and interpret recipes, menus, and production sheets.
Familiarity in food ordering, purchasing, and health regulations.
Strong communication skills to coordinate with team members and department heads.
Adherence to state health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve meals according to dietary guidelines, portion control, and special dietary needs, ensuring proper temperature and presentation.
Maintain safe food handling practices by monitoring food storage, conducting temperature checks, and adhering to sanitation protocols.
Operate and maintain kitchen equipment, manage food inventory, and collaborate effectively with residents, families, and facility staff.