Culinary Specialist
Position Summary:
Provide residents with nutritious, well-prepared meals served with compassion, professionalism, and attention to individual dietary needs while maintaining high standards of sanitation and safety.
Schedule:
4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Reports To:
Dietary Director
Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare, portion, and serve meals, snacks, desserts, beverages, and supplements according to menu and therapeutic diet requirements
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Assist residents during meal service with professionalism, patience, and empathy
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Maintain accurate documentation of dietary changes, meal intake, and resident requests
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Operate, clean, and maintain kitchen equipment following sanitation and safety standards
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Wash dishes, cookware, and kitchen utensils in compliance with state and federal regulations
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Monitor dishwasher temperatures and ensure proper sanitation procedures are followed
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Assist with food receiving, storage, and inventory organization
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Collaborate effectively with nursing staff, families, and interdisciplinary team members regarding resident dietary needs
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Support a clean, safe, and organized kitchen and dining environment
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Participate in training, in-services, and facility initiatives as assigned
Qualifications:
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Previous food service experience preferred
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Long-term care or healthcare dietary experience preferred
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Ability to read, write, follow directions, and perform basic math
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Strong teamwork, communication, and time management skills
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Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and therapeutic diets
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Ability to operate commercial kitchen equipment
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Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
Physical Requirements:
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Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds during shifts
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Ability to work in hot and cold environments and safely handle cleaning chemicals and kitchen equipment
Core Competencies:
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Compassionate resident care
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Food safety and sanitation
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Meal preparation and service
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Team collaboration
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Attention to detail
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Time management
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Dependability and professionalism
Goal of the Position:
Support resident health, satisfaction, and quality of life by delivering safe, appealing, and nutritious meals while maintaining compliance with all facility, state, and federal standards!
