Job Overview
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $17.25
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Training and development opportunities
flexible schedule
supportive work environment
Job Description
The hiring organization is a residential care facility specializing in creating a supportive, homelike environment tailored to promote the physical, emotional, and social development of its consumers. This establishment operates within the healthcare and social services sector, focusing on providing individualized care and support to residents who benefit from a nurturing, normalized living setting. They emphasize adherence to rigorous standards in nutrition, hygiene, and safety to enhance residents' wellbeing. The institution thrives on a multidisciplinary approach, involving nutritionists, nurses, and supervisors to maintain the highest level of care and ensure compliance with health regulations and agency policies. Their commitment to... Show More
Job Requirements
- high school diploma or equivalent
- previous experience in cooking and housekeeping
- knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines
- ability to follow detailed instructions and menu plans
- physical capability to perform housekeeping duties and intervene in emergency situations
- good communication skills
- willingness to attend training sessions and staff meetings
- ability to work flexible schedules as required
- familiarity with emergency procedures and infection control measures
Job Qualifications
- experience in a residential or care facility environment preferred
- basic food handling and preparation skills
- knowledge of dietary restrictions and nutrition plans
- ability to maintain inventory and records accurately
- competency in cleaning and laundry procedures
- ability to work collaboratively in a team setting
- certification in first aid or willingness to obtain
- strong organizational and time management skills
Job Duties
- Organize, cook, and prepare all meals in accordance with menu guidelines
- implement menu plans as developed by the nutritionist according to prescribed individualized diets
- prepare food in appropriate quantities
- follow agency guidelines and policies in regard to staff meals and snacks
- maintain a sanitary procedure for storing and handling food in accordance with agency standards and procedures
- ensure correct and appropriate storage of all supplies
- date and inventory all purchases of food and household supplies
- ensure that the proper food and supplies, as called for by the menu, are available in the facility
- ensure food orders are appropriately maintained weekly
- utilize comparison-shopping techniques to ensure cost effectiveness
- receive food and household supplies and ensure that purchase requisitions and deliveries are correct
- maintain required records
- submit required reports and track inventory supplies
- participate and demonstrate proficiency in meal planning and in-service training with nutritionist, as needed, but no less than monthly
- assist individuals and participate in family style meals
- clean the residence in accordance with agency standards and procedures, including disinfecting of bathrooms, sweeping and mopping all floors, wiping down all walls and countertops, vacuuming bedrooms and hallways, dusting furniture, defrosting and cleaning refrigerator and freezer and maintaining all cupboards in a clean and orderly fashion
- maintain prior menus on file
- maintain a file of tested recipes in proportions with the specific orders
- consistently follow the procedures for cleaning all equipment and work areas following the established routine and or as instructed by supervisor
- responsible for the mending of consumers clothing
- ensure that all measures necessary for the safety and well-being of all consumers are fully maintained
- ensure that infection control procedures are followed in consultation with nutritionist and the residence nurse
- be thoroughly familiar with emergency procedures
- coordinate and participate in fire evacuation drills and ensure consumer safety in emergencies
- responsible for laundering the consumer clothing, bed linens and towels in accordance with agency standards and procedures
- fold and put away linen and towels and clothing
- change linen and make beds as outlined within the facility procedure
- ensure that an adequate supply of soap and paper towels are maintained in the kitchen and bathrooms
- ensure that a proper number of dishes, utensils, linens, towels, etc. are maintained in the residence at all times
- regularly attend and participate in weekly staff meeting
- regularly participate in scheduled in-service training and individual reviews
- participate in the on-going implementation of a basic life skills training and program implementation
- assist and support consumers in participation in household chores as necessary
- be able to physically intervene with consumer when individual may cause physical injury to self or others
- assist consumer in responding to potentially dangerous situations (e.g. hand on hot stove
- running into traffic)
- able to administer emergency first aid to participants
- communicate relevant information to other staff or supervisor, verbally and in writing, completing appropriate logs and incident reports
- participate in supervisory sessions
- demonstrate cooperation and respect in dealing with consumers, families, visitors, peers, subordinates and supervisors
- follow the policies and procedures of the agency
- adhere to laws and regulations set forth by governmental bodies (OSHA, Dept. of Sanitation, Dept. of Health, OMRDD, etc.)
- follow the facility's specific responsibilities and duties list
- work schedules and locations are subject to change
- this does not limit the assignment of duties or exclude the performance of other duties not stated here, as assigned by the supervisor
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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