Dietary Cook

The Pavilion at Crescent Lake 

100 N Lake St

Crescent City, FL 32112

386-698-2222

The Pavilion at Crescent Lake is seeking dedicated and caring healthcare staff to join the team. The Pavilion at Crescent Lake offers competitive salary, comprehensive medical insurance plans, and excellent PTO package.

NOW HIRING: Cook

The Pavilion at Crescent Lake is seeking a caring and dedicated Cook to join the team.

General Purpose:

Prepare food in accordance with prescribed resident diet specification, facility procedures, and dietary and sanitary regulations under the supervision of the Dietary Manager.

Essential Job Functions:

• Prepare and cook resident meals in quantities according to menu and number of persons served.
• Prepare meals according to proper methods and cooking temperatures for best utilization and yield of meats and other foods.
• Clean work area and equipment in accordance with sanitation requirements.
• Taste, smell, and observe all foods prepared to confirm with recipes, and good taste and appetizing appearance.
• Consistently prepare meals on time so that serving schedules are being met.
• Serve food according to dietary guidelines, checking each tray for completeness and accuracy.
• Monitor portion control guidelines for individual residents to prevent food waste.
• Prepare foods for facility personnel, families, visitors, and for special occasions and events as directed by the administrator.
• Prepare and serve food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portion, and temperature control procedures and facility policies.
• Inspect special diet trays to assure that the correct diet is served to the resident.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility records/information.
• Others as directed by the supervisor or administrator.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience in preparing foods in large quantities.
• Long-term care or skilled nursing facility experience is a plus.
• Previous work experience in the kitchen as a cook/chef.
• Comply with the Residents' Rights and Facility Policies and Procedures.

If you are passionate about improving the quality of life for our residents and exemplify a values-based approach to your work, demonstrating integrity, credibility, consistency, strong team orientation, and outstanding communication, we welcome your application!

The Pavilion at Crescent Lake is an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug-free workplace.