Lead Cook

Job description

• Ensures adaptive equipment necessary for food consumption is available. • Works closely with dietary consultants. • Established quality standards for planning, preparing, and food yield. • Creates and submits menus that assure nutritional adequacy and variety, including modified diets and special diets. • Conducts pricing audits annually to ensure cost effectiveness. • Works closely with RN supervisor regarding dietary orders prescribed by the physician. • Recommends and/or orders food and other supplies used by the Dietary Department and ensures adequate quantities are on hand. • Obtains in-service training at least annually. • Provides training to all new staff. • Holds in-service training on specific dietary programs as needed, but not less than annually. • Trains dietary staff in the implementation of dietary procedures and health and safety standards. • Assists in training staff and individuals about good nutrition and dietary goals. • Confers with the Administrator in the development of policies, procedures and other written documentation as appropriate. • Develops written policies and procedures defining the use of acceptable dietary programs. • Serves as the Team for completing assessments in accordance with the Service Plan schedules. • Functions as a consultant to staff and families. • Serves on Health, Safety, Infection Control, and other assigned committees. • Attends administrative meetings and communicates with staff to enhance the flow of information. • Serves on other committees as required. • Ensures positions are filled in a timely manner. • Provides dietary schedule to the Timekeeper. • Ensures staff coverage. • Develops departmental work schedules. • Completes evaluations and disciplinary actions in a timely manner. • Other duties as assigned One years of supervisory experience preferred; One year experience working in a cafeteria/institutional kitchen preferred. High school diploma or GED. Some college coursework or vocational school preferred All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions. When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others. At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law. Our Job Corps programs provide life-changing services that help young people succeed in school, obtain good jobs, excel in their chosen fields, and serve as contributing members of their communities. We accomplish this through an intense commitment to safety, quality service, excellence, and partnerships.