Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Training and Development
Employee Discounts
Job Description
PruittHealth is a leading healthcare provider specializing in long-term care services, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents through compassionate care and comprehensive support. With a strong commitment to the principles of family and community, PruittHealth creates an environment where every resident is treated with dignity, respect, and individualized attention. The organization operates multiple care centers equipped to deliver exceptional food service, health care, and rehabilitation services tailored to meet the unique needs of each resident. PruittHealth's culture is grounded in values such as love, giving, and caring, making it an employer of choice for professionals seeking... Show More
Job Requirements
- sufficient education to demonstrate functional literacy
- a minimum of one year institutional food service experience as a cook
- ability to comply with state and federal food safety laws and regulations
- ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
- physical ability to perform kitchen duties including standing for extended periods and lifting
- strong attention to detail and ability to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards
- ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team
Job Qualifications
- sufficient education to demonstrate functional literacy
- a minimum of one year institutional food service experience as a cook
- experience in long term care food production is preferred
- knowledge of food handling, preparation and storage techniques that comply with state and federal laws and regulations
- ability to apply regulations to work situations and supervision of staff assistants
- knowledge of emergency and disaster procedures
- working knowledge of workplace safety policies including infection control procedures, universal precautions for blood borne pathogens, use of personal protective equipment and handling of hazardous materials
- ability to follow standardized recipes and facility policies for infection control
Job Duties
- assist cook in the preparation of meals, salads, desserts, snacks or other dishes for patients/residents, also prepare between-meal nourishments
- follow diet orders and NPO diet orders
- serve nourishments in accordance with procedural guidelines
- properly store leftovers/opened food
- follow procedures for serving partner meals
- offer menu substitutions and record them in accordance with procedural guidelines
- comply with infection control policies in the work area
- deliver trays to patients/residents on halls and in dining area
- assist with the serving/pouring of juice, milk, water, and tea, etc
- make coffee/tea as requested
- clean all tables in the dining area after each meal
- clean work area at the end of shift and after meals, including sweeping and mopping and store all cleaning equipment appropriately
- clean kitchen equipment such as carts, tables, counters, ice machine, buckets, blender, mixer, meat slicer, freezer, refrigerator, stove, steamer, garbage disposal, dish machine, coffee/tea maker, steam table etc
- remove garbage from kitchen areas and hose out garbage containers
- scrape dishes, wash dishes, pots and pans and store properly
- record freezer and walk-in refrigerator temperatures in accordance with established procedures
- maintain dishwasher and dish sink
- check and record water temperature (dishwasher, pat and pan sink, etc)
- check dishwasher with sanitizer strips
- check chemical levels and replace if needed
- maintain supply stock and properly store items according to established procedures
- set up tray line and perform tray line service
- operate dish machine, garbage disposal, mixer, blender, meat slicer, steamer, coffee and tea maker
- use, clean and maintain serving equipment (ladle, spoon, scoops, etc) according to established procedures
- apply working knowledge of food handling, preparation and storage techniques that comply with state and federal laws and regulations
- follow recipes and prepare foods that correspond to menu cycles prepared by Dietitian
- assist with supervision of kitchen staff
- continuously clean food service work areas as food preparation and service is done
- use food supplies and equipment in an efficient and economic manner to prevent waste
- prepare and maintain supply of food substitutes to accommodate resident choices, cultural, ethnic and religious preferences
- inspect trays following meal service to monitor and record resident acceptance of menu items
- report findings to Dietary Manager
- use food preparation equipment according to manufacturer's instructions
- follow proper cleaning techniques and preventative maintenance schedules
- handle, store, dispose of food supplies and prepared food in accord with department procedures and compliance with regulations
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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