SNF Cook

• Review menus prior to preparation of food.
• Inspect special diet trays to assure that the correct diet is served to the resident.
• Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submit to the Director of Food Services.
• Coordinate food service with other departments as necessary.
• Work with the Facility’s dietitian as necessary and implement recommended changes as required.
• Ensure that all food procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
• Assume the authority, responsibility and accountability of Cook.
• Ensure that menus are maintained and filed in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Assist in establishing food service production line, etc., to assure that meals are prepared on time.
• Prepare meals in accordance with planned menus.
• Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
• Prepare food for therapeutic diets in accordance with planned menus.
• Prepare food in accordance with standardized recipes and special diet orders.
• Be sure that appropriate equipment and utensils are provided with the resident’s meal tray.
• Prepare and serve substitute foods to residents who refuse foods served.
• Process diet changes and new diets as received from Nursing Services.
• Make only authorized food substitutions.
• Agree to use the computer in accordance with the Facility’s Policy.
• Ability to perform other related duties as directed by consultant dietitian, Director of Food Services or Administrator

As part of our team, you will be a part of the Dietary Team under the leadership of our Food Service Director.