Cook

This opportunity is with an Adult Care Home, which provides compassionate and personalized care to residents in a supportive living environment. The facility is committed to maintaining high standards of care and service, ensuring the well-being, dignity, and safety of every individual they serve. At the heart of their mission is a commitment to providing nutritionally adequate and appealing meals that meet the dietary needs and preferences of all residents. This includes a focus on quality, consistency, and therapeutic dietary requirements based on physician orders and dietitian consultations.

The role is for a dietary professional responsible for planning, preparing, and serving menus that meet nutritional standards and resident satisfaction. The position entails advancing meal planning practices by scheduling menus at least one week ahead with detailed portions and snack options specified to guarantee a minimum of three meals daily. Responsibilities extend to preparing therapeutic menus in compliance with medical guidance, maintaining an updated food preference list for each resident, and ensuring safe food handling by serving hot foods above 140 degrees Fahrenheit and cold foods below 45 degrees Fahrenheit.

Additional duties include preparing nutritional bag lunches for residents attending offsite programs and ensuring menu snacks are served daily. The role requires effective inventory management, purchasing within budget, checking food deliveries, and maintaining accurate records for administrative review. Beyond food preparation and service, the role demands a commitment to resident dignity and safety, confidentiality, cooperation with other staff and families, and compliance with all safety, emergency, and workplace policies and procedures.

The position also involves active participation in continuing education and adherence to Adult Care Home policies, as well as reporting residents' eating habits and special needs to the administration. This position requires physical stamina, including the ability to lift, push, or pull at least 50 pounds, and adherence to cleanliness standards based on North Carolina Environmental Health requirements. The candidate must also comply with the North Carolina Rules and Regulations and maintain a clear background and driving record throughout employment.

Overall, this role is essential in fostering a nurturing and healthful environment through expert dietary planning and service, directly contributing to the quality of life for residents at the Adult Care Home. It offers an important opportunity for individuals passionate about food service in a healthcare setting, emphasizing safety, nutritional adequacy, and resident well-being.