Duties and Responsibilities:
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Receive and store food following established sanitation and quality standards
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Prepare food according to standardized recipes in correct amounts needed for residents and personnel
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Prepare food for special diets as prescribed by physicians and assigned by nurse including individual breakfast and supper orders
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Protect food in all phases of preparation following MS State guidelines
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Maintain proper time and temperature controls during food preparation
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Operate electric, gas and steam cooking equipment and cooking utensils safely safely following standard guidelines
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Wash and sanitize dishes, silverware, pots, pans, cooking utensils, refrigerators, freezers, ovens, stoves, cooking equipment, cupboards, storage room and floors
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Serve residents, employees and guests in facility dining room
Education and/or Work Experience:
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High school diploma/GED required
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Must be able to read recipes, follow instructions and document temperatures and maintenance charts
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ServSafe certification preferred
Physical Requirements:
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Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
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Comply with dress code, hand/nail hygiene, personal grooming and appearance rules. Must wear apron, gloves, and hair net while working in kitchen
