Dietary Cook- Full-Time

Mason Health and Rehabilitation•Warsaw, IN

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About The Position

Mason Health and Rehabilitation is hiring a full-time Dietary Cook to prepare and serve attractive meals that meet customer expectations while maintaining a clean and safe Dining Services environment. The role follows facility policies and applicable federal, state, and other regulatory requirements. The Dietary Cook may direct and supervise Dining Aides when needed and may be responsible for opening the kitchen.

Requirements

Understand Dining Services procedures and practices.
Follow oral and written instructions, function independently, and make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Read, write, speak, and understand English.
Read recipes and menus.
Have a genuine interest in seniors and a willingness to work in the best interests of residents and the facility.
Have personal integrity and deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, and personnel.
Work harmoniously with Dining Services staff and other facility personnel.
Use judgment to prioritize tasks and responsibilities according to established standards, policies, and procedures.
Protect confidential information and comply with Corporate Compliance requirements.
Demonstrate patience, a cheerful disposition, enthusiasm, and willingness to work with residents at their current maturity and physical levels.
Adhere to a professional code of ethics.
Relate information concerning a resident’s condition.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required.
ServSafe certification, or willingness to obtain certification.
At least one year of experience in a similar position is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare quality food products according to standardized recipes and menus.
Ensure food is properly prepared, portioned, and served according to standardized recipes.
Maintain and record assigned temperatures daily, and follow temperature regulations when preparing, serving, and storing food.
Direct and supervise Dining Aides when needed.
Have food ready at the specified time and begin meal service on time.
Occasionally visit residents in dining rooms to gather feedback about meals.
Clean food service equipment after use and complete other cleaning according to the posted department schedule.
Replenish supplies in work areas as necessary.
Sweep and mop floors.
Open the kitchen when needed, including turning on lights and unlocking or starting equipment.
Attend and participate in educational classes, department meetings, and staff in-services.
Protect resident confidentiality, care information, rights, and privacy.
Comply with safety requirements and infection-control measures, and maintain a clean work environment.