Skilled Nutritional Chef

Skilled Nutritional Chef - NHC HealthCare Laurens

Job Category: Dietary Requisition Number: DIETA02504

Position Overview

The Nutritional Chef is responsible for executing culinary tasks to uphold exceptional standards of food quality and hygiene.

Key Qualifications:

• Genuine passion for food service and a desire to work with elderly and healthcare patients.
• Willingness to acquire food preparation and cooking expertise.
• Understanding of therapeutic and modified diet principles for patient meal preparation.
• Able to interpret standardized recipes for large-scale food production.
• Knowledge of sanitation protocols and commitment to daily application.
• Capacity to perform repetitive tasks consistently.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Proficient in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English.
• Ability to read and comprehend chemical labels and safety data sheets.
• Good mental and physical health.
• Leadership skills to guide and motivate dietary team members.
• Collaborative approach to working with all dietary and departmental partners.
• Reliability in fulfilling job responsibilities and punctuality for scheduled shifts.
• Possession of or willingness to obtain a Food Handlers Certificate or complete a Sanitation Course as per state regulations.
• Able to work under supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Exhibit self-starting qualities and make independent decisions when required.
• Manage the dietary department in the absence of the dietary manager and act as a supervisor when necessary.
• Understand and comply with all relevant dietary regulations (local, state, and federal).
• Maintain a safe, secure, and sanitary dietary environment, reporting issues to the dietary manager.
• Utilize good judgment in conserving supplies and minimizing food waste.
• Assist in receiving and storing food and supplies, ensuring proper handling techniques.
• Review menus and prepare meals according to dietary requirements.
• Test and taste foods for quality and adjust as necessary.
• Ensure timely preparation and service of meals/snacks.
• Portion food accurately during tray service and check for dietary accuracy.
• Record any necessary menu substitutions.
• Show initiative in food presentation and service.
• Participate in training and in-service programs.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the work area.
• Communicate effectively with staff, patients, and families.
• Process new diet orders and keep dietary records updated.
• Adhere to the department's dress code.
• Perform additional tasks as required.

Note: This position requires a commitment to excellence in food service and patient care.