Cook/Dietary Aide

## Overview Full time Cook and PRN Dietary Aide positions available. ## Description **Cook** - Weigh, measure and mix ingredients according to recipes using various kitchen utensils and equipment. - Use cooking techniques including but not limited to turning or stirring food, baking, roasting, broiling or steaming, washing, peeling, cutting, seeding fruits and vegetables, and carving/trimming meat. - Clean, cut and cook meat, fish or poultry. - Cook foods according to menus, special dietary or nutritional restrictions, or numbers of portions to be served. - Clean and inspect kitchen equipment and appliances and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation. - Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling or piercing them with utensils. - Store and label leftovers. - Compile and maintain records of food use and expenditures. - Take inventory of supplies and equipment. - Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperature. - Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food handling practices. - Direct activities of one or more workers who assist in preparing and serving meals. - Other duties as assigned. - Supports and abides by the mission, values, and policies of CHCS in all activities. - On-going compliance with CHCS educational requirements. - All other duties as required. **Dietary Aide** - Receive and complete instructions/directions from Cook. - Prepare patient trays according to the menu extensions (proper serving sizes and therapeutic diet orders). - Receive and store food supplies, equipment, and utensils in refrigerators, cupboards, and other storage areas. - Take and record temperature of dish machine and ensure compliance with regulations. - Wash, peel, and cut various foods, such as fruits and vegetables, to prepare for cooking or serving. - Mix ingredients for green salads, molded fruit salads, vegetable salads, and pasta salads. - Notify supervisor or cook of shortages or special needs. - Clean and organize eating, service, and kitchen areas. - Wash dishes and utensils used for preparing food. - Participates in performance improvement activities. - Supports and abides by the mission, values, and policies of CHCS in all activities. - On-going compliance with CHCS educational requirements. - All other duties as required.