The cook works under the supervision of the director of nutrition services and the supervisors. The cook must have skills in food preparation production control inventory control kitchen safety and sanitation equipment use and cleaning/sanitizing food safety menus and therapeutic diets facility policies and procedures related to the nutrition and dining service department. Must work well under the direction of the supervisor or director.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Licenses and Certifications Required
Preferably possess a food handlers certification.
Educational Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Must be able to read and write English.
Experience Requirements
Must have 1 year experience and knowledge in institutional cooking techniques and therapeutic diets food service basic nutrition sanitation and food safety.
Special Skills or Training Requirements
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Understands the importance of the various therapeutic diets and their preparation.
Ability to work independently and under direct supervision.
Ability to satisfy customers needs and desires (within facility policies and procedures).
Good oral and written communication skills.
Basic knowledge of local state and federal regulations related to food sanitation food safety food service etc.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to supervise department in the absence of the food service director and supervisor as needed.
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