Cook

Head Cook - is responsible for preparation of foods for approx 90-100 residents and some additional meals for family and staff. Responsible for appropriate quantities of food prepared to meet menu and special diet specifications with consideration for portion control.

• 1. Demonstrates knowledge of age specific developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric residents.
• 2. Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to prepare meals for residents with the following needs: regular and therapeutic diets along with consistency modifications.
• 3. Ensures that appropriate diets are prepared for all residents according to current written physician diet orders.
  
  Ensures that each resident’s preferences and intolerances are current and monitored.
• 4. Prepares food to coincide with meal serving hours so that quality, temperature and appearance of food is preserved.
• 5. Adjusts each meals’ production sheet accordingly based on current diet and meal census.
• 6. Operates all kitchen equipment as necessary.
• 7. Monitors proper storage and rotation of food.
• 8. Performs cleaning assignments in kitchen or serving areas as scheduled or directed.