Dietary Cook

The Dietary Cook is a vital member of our culinary team, responsible for preparing and serving meals to our residents. This role requires attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Review menus and ensure that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
• Prepare meals in accordance with planned menus and serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
• Prepare food for therapeutic diets per policy and prepare all snacks.
• Assist in preparing food for special events and activities, and maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
• Wear hair nets and nametags at all times and label any food that has been opened or leftovers food that is to be saved.
• Assist daily in cleaning schedule duties and maintain food storage areas in a clean and properly arranged manner.
• Follow sanitation and safety techniques in operation and cleaning of all equipment and adhere to all sanitary regulations governing handling, preparation, and serving of food.
• Attend and participate in workshops, seminars, in-service training programs, etc, as directed and respond to emergency codes (fire, severe weather, etc.).
• Complete required education annually and understand and adhere to all Vulnerable Adult Abuse Prevention Policies.

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Minnewaska Community Health Services policy forbids employees and associates from discriminating against anyone based on race, religion, color, creed, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, familial status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.