Dietary Cook
Company: Summit LTC
Location: San Augustine
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Description:
POSITION SUMMARYWe are looking for a skilled Cook to become a part
of our facility's compassionate care-giving team. The successful
candidate will be responsible for preparing food in accordance with
current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines
and regulations, established policies and procedures, and as may be
directed by the Dietary Manager, to ensure that quality food
service is provided at all times. We're looking for a highly
competent and well-organized professional who values safety,
security and patient wellness above all else. We focus on providing
the best care possible while ensuring patient satisfaction in every
interaction. The Cook is responsible for making sure those values
are reflected in his or her staff at all times.PM21
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must
be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEHigh school diploma
or relevant qualification.Must have, as a minimum, one year dietary
experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility or other
related medical facility.Training in cost control food management,
diet therapy, etc.A combination of experience and training which
provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.Must be over
the age of 18 years to operate dietary department
equipment.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESMust be able to read,
write, and speak the English language in an understandable
manner.Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short
correspondence, and memos.Must be able to cook a variety of foods
in large quantities.Must have knowledge of dietary procedures,
cooking characteristics of various cuts of meats, names, and
contents of dishes, etc.Mathematical and numerical skills;
mechanical aptitude helpfulMust have the ability to plan, organize,
develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives,
policies, procedures, etc. of the dietary department.Ability to
maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc. and
appearance of work areas, regular inspection of food services areas
for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of assigned
duties.Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out
instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.Ability to
communicate orally and in written form effectively with all levels
of employees, patients, families, and vendors.Ability to present
information in one-on-one and small group situations to employees,
patients, families, and vendors.Excellent problem
solving/analysis/judgment skills and high level of attention to
detail and accuracyBuilds and maintains cooperative working
relationshipsMust possess leadership and supervisory ability and
the willingness to work harmoniously with professional and
non-professional personnel.Establish and maintain effective working
relationships with clients, supervisors, County employees, elected
officials, law enforcement, other agencies, and the public.Must
possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be
able to incorporate them into existing practices.Resourceful,
dependable and accountableAble to work a flexible schedule
including evenings, weekends, and holidays.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES,
REGISTRATIONSNoneSummit LTC is an equal opportunity employer. All
applicants will be considered for employment without attention to
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, veteran or disability status.PI177871988
Keywords: Summit LTC, Shreveport , Dietary Cook, Hospitality & Tourism , San Augustine, Louisiana
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