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AristaCare at Cedar Oaks

Cook

AristaCare at Cedar Oaks, South Plainfield, New Jersey, us, 07080

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Food Service Associate The primary purpose of your job position is to prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, with our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Head Cook and/or Director of Food Services, to assure that quality food service is provided at all times.

Duties and Responsibilities Administrative Functions

Review menus prior to preparation of food

Inspect special diet trays to assure that the correct diet is served to the resident

Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submit them to the Director of Food Services

Coordinate dietary service with other departments as necessary

Work with the facility's dietitian as necessary and implement recommended changes as required

Ensure that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies

Assist in standardizing the methods in which work will be accomplished

Assume the authority, responsibility, and accountability of Cook

Ensure that menus are maintained and filed in accordance with established policies and procedures

Assist in establishing food service production line, etc., to assure that meals are prepared on time

Process diet changes and new diets as received from Nursing Services

Others as deemed necessary and appropriate, or as may be directed

Personnel Functions

Develop and maintain a good working rapport with inter-department personnel as well as with other departments within the facility to assure that food service can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the residents

Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis as well as a calm environment throughout the department

Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals to the Director of Food Services

Experience One (1) year of dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility or other related medical facility preferred (but not necessary).

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Sales, General Business, and Education

Industries Wireless Services, Telecommunications, and Communications Equipment Manufacturing

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