Cook

WORK DAYS/HOURS:                     Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, hours vary

BASIC FUNCTION:                           To prepare/serve food

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare lunch using the menu and food items supplied
• Maintain germ free food preparation through the use of gloves and healthy food preparation techniques
• Maintain a clean and health eating environment
• Communicate with the manager for special food and kitchen requirements
• Be aware of special dietary needs of particular consumers
• Maintain general up-keep including cabinets and doors, trash cans, silverware drawers, sink, refrigerators inside and out, microwave, counter tops
• Possess good knife skills.
• Ability to cook different recipes.
• Maintain awareness of consumers rights and responsibilities
• Ensure that all Program, Regional Center, CARF and Health Department standards and other applicable requirements are maintained
• Responsible for maintaining program confidentiality
• Good and effective communication skills
• Professional attitude
• Good organizational skills with ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines
• Must be able to confirm to applicable laws, rules and regulations pertained in Title 17 and 22 of the State of California and Lanterman Act
• Responsible for becoming familiar with SMSC policies and procedures
• Responsible for all other duties assigned by the program supervisor to ensure the safe and efficient daily operation of the program
• Report any documented or suspected adult abuse
• Responsible for all other duties as assigned by the Manager to ensure the safe and efficient daily operation of the program

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This classification does not formally supervise support staff at this time.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Individual will frequently be required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear.  Occasionally may have to lift up to 50 lbs. for purposes of consumer safety or setting up activities. Use of cleaning materials such as Bleach, and dishwashing detergent is required. Work outside in all weather conditions.  May be required to walk distances up to one-half mile in length. May be required to swim.  Occasionally there will be situations requiring high stamina.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work will take place inside a day care center in which young children are present. Work will be performed in kitchen, classroom and restroom areas.   Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 18 years of age
• High School diploma or GED required
• Experience providing services to persons with developmental, learning or physical disabilities preferred
• Preferred Disability Professional Services Certificate or enrollment in Disabilities Services Management Certificate classes
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test
• Must complete a pre-employment health screening/TB test
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a criminal records clearance including a child abuse background check
• Valid CA Drivers License
• Clean DMV Report
• Must be able to successfully complete CPR and First Aid Training during the orientation process and update certification annually
• Must be able to successfully complete and maintain Food Handlers Certification
• Must adhere to the *Mission Statement, Vision, and Values of St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center

*Mission of St. Madeleine Sophies Center is educates and empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to realize their full potential.

Vision: St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through nationally recognized innovative programs.  We combine our culture of care and creativity with quality programs to provide liberal arts education, practical skills development, employment, and dignity for life.