Job Description: Dietary Cook

As a Dietary Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking meals that meet the dietary needs of our residents. You will work closely with our Nutritionist to ensure that all meals are nutritious, delicious, and visually appealing.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook meals according to dietary requirements and recipes
• Ensure that all meals are nutritious, delicious, and visually appealing
• Monitor food supplies and order ingredients as needed
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Collaborate with Nutritionist to develop menus that meet the dietary needs of our residents
• Train and supervise kitchen staff as needed

Job Requirements:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited culinary school program (associate or bachelor’s degree) OR
• Have a bachelor’s degree with major concentration in food preparation, nutrition or related field OR
• Have a high school diploma with a minimum of five (5) years in hospitality industry.
• Previous cook experience preferred, as well as experience in health care food service setting. 
• Must have knowledge of dietary regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

• Moderate physical activity:
• Push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds to a minimum height of three (3) feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of fifty (50) feet.
• Standing and/or walking for more than eight (8) hours per day.
• Bending and/or stooping for more than one (1) hour at a time.

Acknowledgement:

I acknowledge receipt of this job description and ascertain that I am qualified and able to fulfill these duties with or without an accommodation. 

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