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Aviara Healthcare Center

Full Time Cook (Skilled Nursing Facility)

Aviara Healthcare Center, Encinitas, California, us, 92023

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Full Time Cook (Skilled Nursing Facility) Job Title: Cook

Job Overview We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Cook to join our culinary team. In this role, you will maintain a safe, clean, and sanitary kitchen environment while preparing delicious meals that cater to the dietary needs of our residents. Your culinary expertise will play a crucial role in enhancing our residents' dining experience.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Cooking

Prepare and cook a variety of meals in large quantities, following prepared menus and portion control guidelines.

Accurately prepare special diets and pureed foods as required.

Safety & Sanitation

Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and cooking areas, adhering to safety and sanitation standards.

Monitor food temperatures and maintain proper quaternary solution levels in sanitizer buckets.

Collaboration & Communication

Work harmoniously with staff across all departments to ensure smooth meal service.

Assist in serving meals and maintaining a welcoming dining atmosphere.

Report resident care concerns and potential issues to the Administrator and/or Director of Nurses.

Training & Supervision

Participate in the orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.

Supervise kitchen staff in the absence of Dietary Supervisor, ensuring all cleaning schedules and procedures are followed.

Presentation

Strive to make food presentation appealing to residents, enhancing their dining experience.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum of one year of cooking experience in a hospital or long-term care facility preferred.

Skills

Ability to read and follow technical procedures and recipes effectively.

Proficient in applying mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, and ratios.

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret a variety of instructions.

Certificates & Licenses

Must obtain and maintain a ServSafe Certificate.

Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred.

Must remain in good standing with the Department of Public Health.

Physical Demands

Ability to stand and walk frequently; occasional sitting.

Frequently reach, push, and pull; lift up to 50 pounds.

Capable of climbing, balancing, kneeling, and crouching occasionally.

Vision abilities required include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full-time

Job Function Management and Manufacturing

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