Dietary Cook | Full-Time

Job Summary

This position prepares and serves food to the residents in our facility while ensuring good sanitary condition in cooking and dining premises. A Dietary Aide must be capable to prepare food following instructions while adhering to all safety and health standards. They must be competent and conscientious with a customer-oriented approach. The goal is to provide excellent food services by following instructions and standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

A. Administrative

• Timely and accurate completion of scheduled cleaning tasks and meal services.

• Adhere to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) privacy policies and procedures. Maintain confidentiality of all information pertaining to residents, families and employees.

• Maintain positive working relationships with residents, residents’ families, River Oaks staff, community providers and referral sources.

• Maintain a professional appearance at all times.

B. Services and Procedures

• Set up tables or other dining areas with attention to cleanliness and order

• Prepare meals independently by following instructions.

• Deliver dishes and trays at designated times.

• Serve prepared meals to residents at appropriate meal times.

• Take down dining areas and collect plates, glasses etc.

• Discard leftovers and take out garbage.

• Clean food stations and wash dishes, cooking vessels and silverware.

• Stock ingredients and monitor inventory.

• Help maintain kitchen equipment and appliances.

• Assist in cleaning procedures in kitchen and dining areas.

• Assist in meal prep for upcoming meals.

• Communicate to proper individuals when supplies are needed.

• Supports the mission, vision, and core values of the organization.

• Ensure proper sanitation and storage of kitchen equipment, food and supplies.

• Food temperatures are maintained at proper levels at preparation and throughout service.

• Understands modified diets and is a team player in working toward resident nutritional well being.

Qualifications/Requirements

A. Education and Experience

• Eighteen (18) years of age

• Previous work experience preferred, but not required.

• Previous experience working with the mentally ill preferred.

• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines preferred.

• Skilled in preparing meals according to instructions.

• Apt in operating cookware, bakeware and cooking appliances

B. Certificates, Licensure and Registration

• United States Citizenship or evidence of a valid Alien Work Permit.

• Valid driver’s license.

• Position is subject to a Minnesota Department of Human Services background check.

• Must provide proof of two-step Mantoux.

• Certification in food service a plus.