What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook position at Maplewood Nursing and Rehab Center?
At Maplewood Nursing and Rehab we pride ourselves on a family environment and providing each resident with exactly the care he or she needs. We create a tailor-made care plan for every resident, because each and every one has unique needs, goals, and abilities.
Responsibilities
Able to understand and to follow written and verbal directions including menus, substitution lists and labels. Able to effectively communicate with staff members and residents through verbal and/or written means.
Cooks or prepares palatable, attractive, nutritionally adequate meals in institutional quantities that are served at proper temperatures and at proper times.
- Follows recipes and prepares foods that correspond to menu cycles prepared by Dietitian.
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Supervises kitchen staff who assist with food preparation, assembling trays, cleaning and storage of supplies and equipment.
Continuously cleans food service work areas as food preparation and service is done.
Uses food supplies and equipment in an efficient and economic manner to prevent waste.