FT Cook- Healthcare Kitchen

The Healthcare Kitchen Cook is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious, high-quality meals for residents in a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing residents. The Cook ensures all food is prepared according to physician-ordered diets, sanitation standards, and food safety regulations while providing excellent service and supporting resident satisfaction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals, soups, sauces, vegetables, meats, and other menu items according to recipes and production schedules.
• Ensure meals meet therapeutic, modified, and special dietary requirements as directed by the Registered Dietitian and healthcare team.
• Follow proper food handling, storage, labeling, and temperature control procedures.
• Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal food safety regulations, including sanitation and infection control standards.
• Assist with meal service, tray assembly, and portion control.
• Monitor food quality, appearance, flavor, and presentation.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report maintenance needs promptly.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment.
• Receive and properly store food and kitchen supplies.
• Assist with inventory control and minimizing food waste.
• Collaborate with dietary aides, servers, and kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal service.
• Respond to resident requests and concerns in a professional and courteous manner.
• Participate in department meetings, in-service training, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Follow all facility policies regarding safety, resident rights, confidentiality, and emergency procedures.