Dietary Cook

1 month ago


Davenport, United States Ivy at Davenport Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDietary Aide Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Ivy at Davenport is looking for a caring, compassionate, and patient-focused Dietary Cooks to join our team. We are a small skilled nursing facility of 75 dually certified beds in the Davenport, Iowa area. We are a solutions-based company that strives to make a difference in the lives of those we serve by committing to uphold our core values: IVY CARES; Integrity, Values and Yielding results through Communication, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Solutions.

Potentialcandidates must be willing to make that commitment as well. They should also possess proven experience in long-term care food services. We are not looking for someone to just add to the schedule, we are looking for motivated individuals who are hard-working, have a drive to provide high-quality care, and who strive for excellence. If this is you, we would love for you to apply to join Team Ivy today

Responsibilities:
  • Identify and participate in process improvement initiatives that improve the customer experience, enhance work flow, and/or improve the work environment.
  • Prepare and cook resident meals in quantities according to menu and number of persons served.
  • Prepare meals according to proper methods and cooking temperatures for best utilization and yield of meats and other foods.
  • Clean work area and equipment in accordance with sanitation requirements.
  • Taste, smell, and observe all foods prepared to confirm with recipes, and good taste and appetizing appearance.
  • Consistently prepare meals on time so that serving schedules are met.
  • Serve food according to dietary guidelines, checking each tray for completeness and accuracy.
  • Monitor portion control guidelines for individual residents to prevent food waste.
  • Prepare foods for facility personnel, families, visitors, and for special occasions and events as directed by the Administrator.
  • Prepare and serve food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portion, and temperature control procedures and facility policies.
  • Inspect special diet trays to ensure that the correct diet is served to the resident.
  • Attend in-service education programs in order to meet facility educational requirements.
  • Other special projects and duties, as assigned.


Requirements/Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED required or equivalent related work experience.
  • Active ServeSafe Certification is a plus.
  • Experience in hospital or long-term care facility dietary department preferred.
  • Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
  • Highest level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to communicate at all levels of organization and work well within a team environment in support of company objectives.
  • Customer service oriented with the ability to work well under pressure.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy, excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize, coordinate and simultaneously maintain multiple projects with high level of quality and productivity.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and make independent decisions.
  • Ability to deal with new tasks without the benefit of written procedures.
  • Approachable, flexible and adaptable to change.
  • Function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with employees and vendors.
Benefits/Perks:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
  • Free $10k Life Insurance
  • Daily Pay (access to your pay daily)
  • Referral Bonuses
  • Employee Recognition program (tuition reimbursement, Employee of the Month, Birthday's, Anniversaries, etc.)
  • Access Perks (employee discount program that offers hundreds of discounts at shops, restaurants, hotels and more)
Location:

The Ivy at Davenport

800 E Rusholme St, Davenport, IA 52803


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