Dining Services Cook - ALF - (Salem, OR)

Job description:: Cooks prepare food in accordance with menus, diet specifications, sanitary practices, and resident preference, and in a manner that reflects quality of service and facility philosophy. Key functions:: * Prepares food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, portion control and sanitary procedures meeting health department standards and company policies. * Checks and records food temperatures prior to serving and serves meals that are palatable, appetizing and appealing. * Reviews menus, making only necessary substitutions in accordance with company policies and procedures. * Assures that food and supplies are available for the next meal, pulling supplies from freezer as required for the next meal preparations. Notifies dietary services supervisor of needed supplies. * Prepares and assists in the preparations of special meals to meet individual resident needs and special meetings and events.