Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.00 - $18.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Training and Development
team environment
Job Description
Cascadia Healthcare is a reputable provider of long-term care services dedicated to improving the quality of life for residents through compassionate, high-quality healthcare and support. The organization specializes in delivering personalized care in a safe and nurturing environment, ensuring the dignity and well-being of every individual they serve. Known for their commitment to excellence, Cascadia Healthcare fosters a professional and collaborative workplace culture that values teamwork, continuous learning, and respect for residents and staff alike. They operate a variety of nursing centers and long-term care facilities that are equipped with modern amenities and staffed by skilled professionals, all to support... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Food Handlers Permit if required per state regulations
- Must be at least 18 years of age due to federal child labor laws
- Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred
- Experience in food service is desired
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Knowledge of safe food preparation and handling techniques
- Ability to read and write at a level appropriate for the job
- Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members
- Ability to be patient and polite
- Ability to be accurate, concise and detail-oriented
- Ability to read, speak, understand and communicate effectively in English through verbal and written means
- Experience in food service is desired
- Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred
Job Duties
- Prepares and or pre-portions food such as beverages, salads, desserts, and other assigned items for regular and therapeutic diets according to the planned menu for meals and snacks as well as employees and special events as instructed
- Prepares and or portions food using proper food handling and food safety techniques according to established policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulations
- Ensures that food is served in an attractive, appetizing manner
- Utilizes standardized recipes to prepare menu items
- Ensures that meals and snacks are delivered to designated areas according to established time schedules
- Maintains the proper temperature of food during preparation and service and records temperatures according to established procedures
- Serves resident meals and snacks accurately in accordance with the planned menu, the resident's diet order, and food preferences
- Uses the correct portion control utensils during preparation, pre-portioning, and service of food
- Labels, dates, and stores food properly according to established policies
- Ensures refrigerator and freezer temperatures are within appropriate ranges, recording temperatures on logs and reporting discrepancies to the supervisor
- Washes dishes and kitchen items according to established procedures and records water and sanitizer temperatures
- Keeps work area clean and uncluttered during food preparation and service
- Performs cleaning assignments using proper chemicals and infection control techniques with protective equipment
- Ensures dishes and kitchen items are available and stored to prevent contamination
- Assists in receiving, storing, and verifying invoices for incoming food and supplies
- Reports inadequate stock levels to the supervisor timely
- Uses food supplies and equipment efficiently to prevent waste
- Maintains the security of the kitchen
- Performs duties using proper safety techniques
- Operates equipment according to manufacturer and supervisory directions, maintaining equipment cleanliness and safety
- Completes tasks according to established time schedules
- Makes recommendations to the supervisor for improvements to recipes, menus, production, service of food, and equipment
- Works cooperatively as a team member with co-workers in all departments of the Nursing Center
- Interacts appropriately and positively with residents, families, and visitors
- Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Attends in-service education and applies instruction to job
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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