Cook

PURPOSE: The primary purpose of your job position is to prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, with our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Director of Food Services, to assure that quality food service is provided at all times.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Review Menus prior to preparation of food.
• Inspect special diet trays to assure that correct diet is served to resident.
• Coordinate food service with other departments as necessary
• Work with the facility’s dietitian as necessary and implement recommended changes as required.
• Ensure that all food procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
• Ensure that menus are maintained and filed in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Assist in establishing food service production line, etc., to assure that meals are prepared on time.
• Process diet changes and new diets as received from Nursing Services.
• Develop and maintain a good working rapport with inter-departmental personnel as well as with other departments within the facility to assure that food service can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the residents.
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis as well as a calm environment throughout the department.
• Report occupational exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals to the Director of Food Services.
• Must attend all Staff Meetings per Employee Handbook.
• Prepare meals in accordance with planned menus
• Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance
• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
• Prepare therapeutic diets in accordance with planned menus.
• Prepare food in accordance with standardized recipes and special diet orders.
• Prepare and serve all snacks
• Be sure that appropriate equipment and utensils are provided with the resident’s meal tray.
• Review care plans to assure that current food information is consistent with foods served.
• Prepare and serve substitute food to residents who refuse food served.
• Prepare food in accordance with sanitary regulations as well as our established policies and procedures.
• Ensure that food and supplies for the next meal are readily available.
• Assist in inventorying and storing in-coming food, supplies, etc., as necessary.
• Recommend to the Director of Food Services the equipment and supply needs of the department.
• Make only authorized food substitutions
• Assist in food preparation for special meals, for parties, etc.

Duties and Responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to cook a variety of food in large quantities
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must be knowledgeable of food procedures.
• Must obtain a Food Safety Handlers card and keep it updated.
• Must know proper food handling policies and procedures.
• Must be 18 years of age

Salary : $14 - $16