Cook

The dietary cook position is responsible for providing nourishing food to patients under sanitary conditions as directed and in accordance with established policies and procedures, preparing a variety of foods following standardized menus and methods and ensuring food preparation conforms to food handling safety and environmental health standards. The candidate will deliver patient meals to ward as per schedule and ad hoc dietary need as requested by ward manager.

Responsibilities: The successful candidate prepares all patient meals for the hospital patients in accordance with dietary requirements, ensuring that all food is prepared and served to the highest quality. He/she ensures that all food is prepared in accordance with standard approved recipes, including therapeutic diets for special needs and short orders. The candidate accurately records all food logs, including weekly ordering of meats and produce needed. Also maintains clean work areas and equipment daily, whilst ensuring that all dietary staff are following all safety and sanitary regulations.

Qualifications and Experience: The successful candidate must possess a Culinary Diploma and a minimum of two (2) years’ working experience. He/she must possess a Food Handler’s Certificate from the Department of Environmental Health. The candidate must be knowledgeable in operating food service equipment and sanitization policies and procedures. Must have formal or on-the-job training in food preparation, cooking as well as general kitchen management.