The primary purpose of the Cook position is to prepare and serve food to residents of the community following corporate standards and guidelines and as may be Administrator or Dietary Manager to assure that quality food service is provided at all times.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

1. One (1) year dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care home or other related medical facility is preferred but not required.
2. Experience in cooking a variety of food in large quantities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Every effort has been made to identify the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. However, the functions listed below should not be considered a complete list of duties the position may be required to perform. 

1. Review menus prior to preparation of food.
2. Prepare meals in accordance with planned menus, including items that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
3. Post changes to menus as necessary and in a timely manner.
4. Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis.
5. Assist in food preparation for special meals, for parties, etc.
6. Prepare and serve substitute foods, when authorized, to residents who refuse foods served or request appropriate alternatives.
7. Prepare food for therapeutic diets in accordance with planned menus.
8. Prepare food in accordance with standardized recipes and special diet orders.

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