Park View Dietary Cook

Muleshoe Area Hospital District•Muleshoe, TX

108d

About The Position

The Cook assists with the daily preparation and delivery of meals and beverages for residents. Cooperative work is expected, including communicating changes in resident behavior and food intake to the CNA and Charge Nurse. Cooks ensure menu items are available by placing weekly orders with US Foods and making local supermarket runs. Before leaving a shift, Cooks defrost food for the following day's menu by placing meats in the refrigerator.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and communicate in English at a level necessary to accomplish work assignments.
Ability to work cooperatively with others.
Knowledge and some experience in food preparation, cooking, and calculating food quantities.
Negative criminal background check and drug screen.
Normal physical exam and reference review.
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Ability to work alternating shift assignments.
Complete and maintain infection control training through Learn 2 Serve.

Responsibilities

Prepare or direct preparation of menu items using recipes provided by US Foods.
Estimate food requirements and control serving portions to eliminate waste or leftovers.
Document food temperatures at each meal.
Prepare food so it is palatable and appetizing in appearance.
Serve meals according to residents' dietary orders, including regular, mechanical soft, and puree diets.
Meet special dietary needs as required.
Prepare snacks for residents three times each day.
Instruct, assist, and supervise tray aides.
Assist with organizing food deliveries and dating products.
Follow standard precautions and sanitation practices strictly.
Wash pots and pans after meal preparation.
Attend required orientation and in-service meetings.
Assist others with lifting as needed or requested.
Respect residents' rights, promote positive relationships with residents, families, and visitors, and maintain a professional appearance and attitude.
Immediately report incidents and accidents to the Supervisor.
Complete assigned cleaning of the dietary department each shift.
Promptly report hazardous conditions or equipment to the Supervisor.
Perform other duties assigned by the Supervisor.
Communicate changes in resident behavior and food intake to the CNA and Charge Nurse.
Ensure menu foods are available through weekly orders to US Foods and local supermarket runs.
Defrost meats for the following day's menu by placing them in the refrigerator before leaving the shift.