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Redwood Grove Post Acute • Santa Cruz, California
30+ days ago
Job type
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Job description

As a Cook at Redwood Grove, you play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being and satisfaction of residents through the preparation of nutritious and appetizing meals. Your role is vital as it directly impacts the health and happiness of the residents under your care. Collaboration with nursing staff, dietitians, and management is key to meeting dietary requirements and exceeding service expectations.

  • The importance of this role lies in contributing to the overall health and quality of life of residents by providing them with delicious and nutritious meals tailored to their dietary needs.
  • Your work directly impacts team collaboration by coordinating with various departments to ensure a seamless dining experience for residents and fostering a supportive working environment.
  • Keeping abreast of dietary trends, nutritional guidelines, and culinary innovations in the healthcare industry is essential to meet the evolving needs of residents and comply with regulatory standards.
  • Key stakeholders include nursing staff, dietary managers, residents, and their families. Your position typically falls under the dietary department of the nursing home, reporting to the Food Service Manager.
  • Success in this role is measured by resident satisfaction with meals, adherence to dietary guidelines, food safety records, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

As a Cook at Redwood Grove, your responsibilities include :

  • Meal Planning and Preparation :  You will plan and prepare meals that meet the specific dietary requirements of residents, ensuring they are nutritious, flavorful, and visually appealing.
  • Food Safety Compliance :  Adhering to strict food safety protocols to prevent foodborne illnesses and maintain a clean and sanitary cooking environment.
  • Menu Development :  Collaborating with dietitians and management to create diverse and balanced menus that cater to residents’ preferences and nutritional needs.
  • Inventory Management :  Monitoring food supplies, ordering ingredients, and controlling costs while minimizing waste and ensuring freshness.
  • Team Coordination :  Working closely with dietary aides, kitchen staff, and management to ensure efficient meal service and a positive dining experience for residents.
  • Quality Control :  Conducting regular taste tests, meal evaluations, and receiving feedback to maintain high food quality standards.
  • Required Skills and Qualifications

    To excel in this role, you should possess the following skills and qualifications :

  • Technical Skills :  Proficiency in food preparation, cooking techniques, knowledge of dietary restrictions, and safe food handling practices.
  • Educational Requirements :  High school diploma or equivalent. Culinary certification or relevant training is an asset.
  • Experience Level :  Minimum of 2 years of experience in a culinary role, preferably in a healthcare or institutional setting.
  • Soft Skills :  Strong communication skills, ability to work in a team, attention to detail, adaptability, and a passion for serving others.
  • Industry Knowledge :  Understanding of dietary guidelines, nutritional requirements for different age groups, and experience with specialized diets (e.g., diabetic, low-sodium).
  • Preferred Qualifications

    In addition to the required skills, the following qualifications would make a candidate stand out :

  • Experience in a similar healthcare setting or with specialized diets.
  • Holding a culinary certification or advanced training in nutrition.
  • Familiarity with innovative cooking techniques or culinary trends in the healthcare industry.
  • Demonstrated success in improving meal quality, resident satisfaction, or kitchen efficiency.
  • Participation in culinary workshops, food expos, or relevant industry events.
  • Proficiency in a second language to communicate with residents from diverse backgrounds.
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