Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $11.50 - $15.25
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Training and Development
Uniform allowance
meal discounts
Job Description
We are a dedicated healthcare facility committed to providing exceptional food and nutrition services to our residents. As a supportive and caring environment, we aim to enhance the well-being and quality of life for those we serve through nutritious meal preparation and attentive dietary care. Our food and nutrition services department operates with strict adherence to federal, state, and local guidelines, ensuring safety, hygiene, and quality in every meal served. We value teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement, creating a workplace where staff can develop and thrive.
We are currently seeking a Weekend Cook to join our food and nutrition s... Show More
We are currently seeking a Weekend Cook to join our food and nutrition s... 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 English
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel and residents
- Must be knowledgeable of food procedures
- Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously
- Must be able to follow oral and written instructions
- Must maintain care and use of supplies and equipment
- Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm
- Must be able to seek out new methods and incorporate them
- Must not pose a direct threat to health or safety of individuals
- Must be able to move intermittently throughout workday
- Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress
- Must possess sight and hearing or use prosthetics enabling adequate sensory function
- Must function independently with flexibility and integrity
- Must meet general health requirements including medical and physical exam
- Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly and emotionally upset individuals
- Must be able to push, pull and lift minimum 25 pounds to minimum height 5 feet and carry same weight for 50 feet
- Must be able to taste and smell food to assess quality and palatability
- May need to assist in evacuation during emergencies
Job Qualifications
- No minimum education required
- One year food experience in a supervisory capacity preferred but not necessary
- Ability to cook a variety of foods in large quantities
- Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
- Ability to make independent decisions
- Tactful communication with residents and personnel
- Knowledge of food procedures
- Leadership ability
- Willingness to work harmoniously with staff
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to maintain care of supplies, equipment and work areas
- Patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm
- Ability to seek new methods and incorporate them into food practices
- Must not pose a direct threat to health or safety of others
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 assure the correct diet is served
- Coordinate food and nutrition services with other departments
- Assist in establishing a food service production line
- Ensure menus are maintained and reviewed
- Assist in standardizing work methods
- Ensure food procedures are followed
- Assume responsibility and accountability of cook
- Sweep and mop floors
- Prepare food according to standardized recipes and special diets
- Prepare and serve bedtime snacks and meals
- Prepare and serve substitute foods as needed
- Provide appropriate equipment and utensils with meals
- Serve food according to portion control procedures
- Report occupational exposures to the Certified Dietary Manager
- Attend mandatory training programs and workshops
- Assist or direct cleaning duties
- Dispose of food and waste as per policies
- Follow sanitary regulations in food preparation
- Follow infection prevention policies
- Ensure safety regulations are adhered to
- Maintain cleanliness and order in department
- Report accidents, incidents and hazardous conditions
- Assist in inventory and storage of food and supplies
- Recommend equipment and supply needs
- Assist in food preparation for special events
- Make authorized food substitutions
- Assist in timely meal serving
- Communicate effectively with medical, nursing staff and supervisors
- Attend continuing education programs
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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