Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Prescription coverage
Life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
401k with Matching
Paid Time Off
Job Description
Walter Lawson Childrenrsquo;s Home is a dedicated institution committed to providing comprehensive assistance and services to individuals with intellectual disabilities. Established as a pivotal part of the health care community, Walter Lawson Childrenrsquo;s Home is deeply involved in delivering vital health care services and programs designed to enhance the quality of life and promote the independence of its residents. The institution strongly supports community integration initiatives and offers opportunities for self-determination, ensuring that the rights of every individual are respected and advocated for in a compassionate environment. Positioned as a leader in its field, Walter Lawson Childrenrsquo;s Home continuously strives... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- One to two years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
- Food service sanitation certificate
- Ability to speak, understand and read English to safely and properly care for residents
- Ability to stand, sit, stoop, push, pull, lift up to 75 pounds or more, bend, climb, twist upper body, walk, run, carry, listen, talk
- Ability to use telephone and work around medical equipment and persons with risk of illness
- Compliance with federal, state, and local laws and facility policies and procedures
- Must be able to perform manual tasks involved in food preparation and kitchen maintenance
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- One to two years related experience and/or training preferred
- Food service sanitation certificate required
- Ability to speak, understand and read English
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to carry out responsibilities in compliance with laws and facility policies
- Experience with institutional food preparation preferred
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
Job Duties
- Cooks and prepares food in a sanitary manner including preparing palatable, attractive, nutritional meals in institutional quantities, serving at proper time and temperature, and adhering to recipes and menu cycles
- Maintains clean and safe food preparation environment including continuous cleaning of work areas, inspecting for pests, safety hazards, and maintenance problems, using food supplies and equipment safely and economically, and following cleaning and maintenance schedules
- Maintains food supplies including proper handling, storing, and disposal of food supplies and prepared foods, preparing and maintaining food substitutes to accommodate resident choices, cultural, ethnic and religious preferences
- Observes proper safety protocols and timely reports safety issues to supervisors, including incidents, injuries, equipment problems, OSHA mandates, workplace safety practices, infection control, hazard communication, blood borne pathogens, fire safety, and proper lifting techniques
- Performs quality assessment and assurance functions as directed
- Maintains proper documentation including food and equipment temperature records
- Continues professional development through education and in-service programs
- Assists with survey processes and develops and updates food service policies and procedures as directed
- Communicates effectively with other staff using good verbal and written skills
- Complies with federal, state, and local laws and facility policies
- Supports residents and coworkers in maintaining a safe and healthy environment
- Performs other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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