JOB SUMMARY: (overview of job): This position is responsible for the handling and preparation of the food in accordance with food safety requirements, standards of quality preparation, portion controls, standardized recipes and forecasting the appropriate quantities to meet menu and census requirements in accordance with our mission to provide exceptional and compassionate healthcare. This position must locate appropriate recipes for meals and assist in ordering of ingredients, prepare those recipes, evaluate the recipes for additional uses and file the acceptable recipes for the future. In the daily handling and preparation of food, must participate in daily quality control and food production in accordance with food safety requirements as follow the techniques necessary to prepare menu items to food quality and safety standards. Must be competent in all aspects of food production, from patient feeding to upscale catering. Must be flexible to cover some weekend, holiday shifts and vacation shifts. Assures accurate therapeutic modification of foods. APTITUDES: Performs mathematical calculates to adjust recipes for needed volumes. Judgment needed to determine if a product meets quality standard for service. Cook should love food and want to seek feedback if product meets expectations.