Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $20.00 - $22.00
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance program
meal discounts
Uniform allowance
Job Description
Our facility is a dedicated long-term care provider, specializing in delivering compassionate and high-quality services to an aging population with diverse medical and cognitive needs. Located within a supportive and regulated environment, we adhere strictly to county, state, and federal regulations to ensure the safety, health, and overall well-being of our residents. The institution focuses on maintaining the dignity, individuality, and comfort of every person in our care, while fostering an atmosphere that respects cultural, ethnic, and dietary preferences. The work environment is dynamic and requires staff to be not only skilled but also empathetic, diligent, and adaptable to the... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Relevant experience in cooking or food preparation preferred
- Ability to work standing for extended periods
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Ability to perform physical tasks including bending, squatting, pushing, stooping and pulling
- Must meet general health requirements including annual TB screening and physical exam
- Good vision and hearing or utilize prosthetics
- Must be punctual and reliable
- Ability to work weekends, holidays, and varied shifts
- Strong attention to cleanliness and safety
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff and residents
- Willingness to follow all facility policies regarding infection control, safety and emergency procedures
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in institutional cooking or food service preferred
- Knowledge of food handling, preparation and storage techniques compliant with county, state and federal laws and regulations
- Ability to supervise kitchen staff effectively
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately
- Basic proficiency with food preparation equipment
- Understanding of infection control practices and safety procedures
- Capacity to cope with the mental and emotional stress related to working with disabled and cognitively impaired residents
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently under supervision
- Commitment to resident dignity, confidentiality, and facility policies
Job Duties
- Follow recipes and prepares foods that correspond to menu cycles and recipes prepared by Dietitian
- Cook or prepare palatable, attractive, nutritionally adequate meals in institutional quantities according to census and diet type, that are served at proper temperatures and at proper times
- Cook will adjust food quantities according to need by residents to prevent over/under production of food
- Supervise kitchen staff who assist with food preparation, assembling trays, cleaning and storage of supplies and equipment
- Frequently clean food service work areas as food preparation and service is done, and between tasks
- Use food supplies and equipment in an efficient and economic manner to prevent waste
- Prepare and maintain supply of food substitutes to accommodate resident choices, cultural, ethnic and religious preferences
- Participate in inventory ordering and receiving of stock/supplies
- Inspect trays following meal service to monitor and record resident acceptance of menu items
- Report findings to Dietary Services Supervisor
- Use food preparation equipment according to manufacturer's instructions
- Follow proper cleaning techniques and preventative maintenance schedules
- Handle, store, dispose of food supplies and prepared food in accordance with department procedures and in compliance with county, state and federal laws and regulations
- Follow facility policies and procedures for infection control at all times to maintain a sanitary food preparation and storage area
- Use personal protective equipment when indicated
- Follow facility procedures for resident trays that require special handling
- Inspect food service work areas for evidence of rodents or pests, safety or fire hazards, housekeeping and maintenance problems
- Correct problems and/or report problems promptly to Dietary Services Supervisor
- Communicate with Dietary Services Supervisor throughout shift as needed to best meet needs of residents
- Assist Supervisor with preparations for county, state, and federal inspections
- Attend survey training
- Interact with state surveyors as instructed by Supervisor
- Attend in-service education as assigned
- Apply information to job tasks
- Report injury to self or others to Supervisor immediately
- Report any unsafe/hazardous conditions to your Supervisor or Administrator immediately
- Maintain work areas in a neat and clean condition
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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