Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $13.00 - $17.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
On-call
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Professional Development
Flexible Schedule
Job Description
This job opportunity is with a well-established healthcare facility specializing in food and nutrition services for residents including those in hospitals, nursing care facilities, and related medical environments. The facility is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of food preparation and safety as mandated by federal, state, and local regulations. By employing a team dedicated to both nutrition and safety, the facility ensures that all food services not only meet health guidelines but also cater to the specific dietary needs of residents, providing them with meals that are palatable, nutritious, and served in a timely manner. As a part of... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors and government agencies
- Must be knowledgeable of food procedures
- Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel
- Must be able to follow oral and written instructions
- Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order and safety
- Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm
- Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing food practices
- Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace
- Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday
- Must be able to speak and write the English language understandably
- Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress
- Must possess sight/hearing senses or prosthetics to meet position requirements
- Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity and ability to work with residents and personnel
- Must meet general health requirements including medical and physical examination
- Must relate and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and hostile people
- Must be able to push, pull, move and/or lift 25 pounds to 5 feet height and carry such weight at least 50 feet
- Must be able to taste and smell food for quality and palatability
- May need to assist in evacuation during emergencies.
Job Qualifications
- No minimum education required
- One year food experience preferred in supervisory capacity
- Ability to cook a variety of foods in large quantities
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
- Capability to make independent decisions
- Ability to deal tactfully with residents, personnel, visitors, and government agencies
- Knowledgeable of food procedures
- Leadership skills with willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to maintain care and use of supplies and equipment
- Capacity for regular inspection of food service areas for sanitation, order, and safety
- Possess patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm
- Willingness to handle residents at varying maturity levels
- Ability to seek and incorporate new food methods and principles
- Must not pose direct threat to workplace health and safety.
Job Duties
- Process diet changes and new diets received from nursing services
- Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms and reports
- Inspect special diet trays to ensure correct diets are served
- Coordinate food and nutrition services with other departments
- Assist in establishing a food service production line to ensure timely meal preparation
- Maintain and file menus according to facility policies
- Review menus before food preparation
- Assist in standardizing work methods
- Ensure food procedures comply with facility policies
- Assume the responsibility and accountability of cook
- Sweep and mop floors as directed
- Prepare food according to standardized recipes, menus, and special diet orders
- Prepare and serve bedtime snacks
- Serve meals that are palatable and visually appealing
- Prepare and serve substitute foods for residents refusing served foods
- Provide appropriate equipment and utensils with meals
- Serve food following portion control procedures
- Report occupational exposures to the Certified Dietary Manager
- Attend mandatory in-service training and participate in workshops
- Assist and direct cleaning duties according to policies
- Dispose of food and waste properly
- Follow sanitary regulations and infection prevention policies
- Ensure departmental safety and cleanliness
- Report accidents and hazardous conditions promptly
- Assist in inventorying and storing food and supplies
- Support food preparation for special meals and events
- Make authorized food substitutions
- Assist in serving meals timely
- Maintain liaison with other department directors
- May work beyond normal hours and subject to call back during emergencies
- Attend continuing education programs
- Comply with safety and sanitation requirements throughout workday.
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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