Dietary Cook

Cherry County Hospital•Valentine, NE

34d•$18

About The Position

The Dietary Cook is responsible for preparing and serving food for patients, staff, and special events according to the scheduled menu. Responsible for cleaning and restocking the kitchen and dining room. Responsible for restocking the Nutrition Center of Cherry County Hospital and Clinic.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent preferred
ServSafe Certified not required but will need to be obtained
One year of food service experience preferred
Valid driver’s license with a clear driving record required
Must be able to operate a motor vehicle for meal delivery to the jail
Ability to prepare food in an attractive and appetizing manner
Ability to work safely with potentially dangerous equipment and utensils
Ability to follow instructions
Interested in working with the public, patients, and families
Interested in working in as part of an employee group
Able to adapt to change
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to work in close proximity with all types of people
Must be knowledgeable of state and federal confidentiality laws, including but not limited to HIPAA, and be familiar with and follow all policies, procedures and instructions regarding the privacy and security of protected health information applicable to the position
Has the ability to stand for extended periods of time
Able to lift and carry packages and/or boxes of food or supplies up to 35 pounds
Able to utilize a small step stool safely
Must be able to do some repetitive movements
Able to properly handle sharp instruments
Able to work in extreme hot or cold temperatures
Has good tactile sensation for safe operation of equipment
Willing to work weekends, holidays, and some overtime

Responsibilities

Prepares full range of food items with minimal supervision to be ready on time and at correct temperature
Maintains food temperature
Maintains the standards of safety and sanitation
Prepares food for cooking according to recipe
Makes recipe adjustments for number of servings
Uses concepts of special diets to prepare food items
Follows menus and prepares servings according to requirements
Jail trays prepped, prepared and delivered daily
Consults supervisor regarding menu changes
Consults supervisor on saving or throwing out of leftovers
Properly cools and stores leftovers
Maintains dishwasher temperature log
Maintains refrigerator/freezer temperature log
Follows weekly, monthly, and daily cleaning schedules for the kitchen and dining areas
Restocks kitchen, dining room and Nutrition Center as needed
Unloads grocery orders to proper storage area
Cleans and takes proper care of equipment
Assists with preparation of special events
Attends staff meetings
Participates in training program
Attends workshops and educational programs as required by Administrator
Ensures the confidentiality of patients’ medical, personal, and financial records is maintained
Knowledgeable of and committed to practicing Corporate Compliance policies and procedures
Complies with Cherry County Hospital personnel policies
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor