Cook / Line Cook / Chef / Dietary Cook / Specialty Cook /

Job Title: COOK
Department: DIETARY
Date Prepared: 1/15
FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT
Position Summary:
The cook assists with preparing menus, inventory control, and
maintains a clean or organized safe kitchen environment. This
position is responsible for preparing the food in an appetizing and
appealing manner.
Essential Functions:
 Identify and report food and supplies needed for the next week’s
menus
 Assist in the receiving, rotation, and storage of products
 Prepare menus and cook food in accordance with nutritional
guidelines, regulations, and residents’ individual prescribed diets
and food preferences
 Assist in fostering residents’ independence with eating by
providing adaptive equipment when needed
 Assist in fostering residents’ independence with eating by
providing adaptive equipment when needed
 Prepare food and coordinate food services for special community
events when requested
 Notify Dir. of Food and Beverage or any malfunctioning kitchen
equipment or appliances
 Ensure proper storage and handling of food in accordance with
infection control standards
 The ability to work in a safe and alert manner
 The ability to take ownership for associate’s safety and the
safety of the residents
 Must disclose any medication that might impair associate’s
ability to perform the job safely or competently.
Non-Essential Functions:
 Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant
leadership
 Encourages teamwork and promotes company philosophy
 Attends required community meetings and participates Life
Enrichment activities when able
 Completes all required courses in adherence with HRA University
 Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on
a regular, predictable basis
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 Becomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person
using the Safe Return program or equivalent
 Becomes familiar and understands the steps for fire evacuation
 All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure
environment for all community residents
Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements:
 Must have a high school education
 Experience in cooking for large groups a plus
 Certified in food-preparation training preferred
 Knowledge of state food-handling and kitchen regulations
 Knowledge of OSHA Standards and fire and safety procedures