Dietary Cook

Dietary Cook for Big South Fork Medical Center, Oneida, TN.

Full Time and Part Time opportunities immediately available

• Prepare and cook patient 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 being met.
• Serve food according to dietary guidelines, checking each tray for completeness and accuracy.
• Monitor portion control guidelines for individual patients to prevent food waste.
• Prepare foods for facility personnel, families, visitors, and for special occasions and events as directed by dietary management.
• Prepare and serve food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portion, and temperature control procedures and facility policies.
• Attend in-service education programs in order to meet facility educational requirements.
• Be familiar with Standard Precautions, Exposure Control Plan, Fire Drill & Evacuation Procedures and know how to use the information.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in preparing foods in large quantities.
• Organized and detailed in work performance.
• Good communication skills with excellent self-discipline and patience.