Cook

Cook

The Cook provides full-scope, hands on production cooking in the Culinary Services Department. Is responsible for always maintaining a superior level of quality service and cleanliness.

Essential Job Duties:

Must be willing and able to do the following:

Exemplify The community's standards of cleanliness, sanitation and operational organization at all times

Responsible for adhering to food quality, appearance, and presentation standards always

Produce and serve menu cycle programs that are compliant with required Nutritional/Dietary criteria as required by local regulations and correctly prepare diets provided per Policy and Procedure

Exhibit cooking standards of speed, accuracy, and efficiency

Assist with serving of meals and ware washing as necessary

Visit residents at their table periodically to evaluate food service such as quality, quantity, temperature, and appearance

Conduct evaluations to make revisions in operations / procedures to promote improved food service when necessary

Observe and abide by all HIPPA regulations in regard to resident dietary restrictions and needs

Complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner

Attend all in-services as assigned or requested

Participate in interdisciplinary team and other community meetings as assigned

Qualifications:

High school diploma

Minimum of one year restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience

Must hold current state-required sanitation (Safe Food Handling and/or Certified Food Manager) certification/license per state requirements

The ability to speak, read and comprehend the English language

Menu presentation, food preparation, production, food delivery systems, and utility

Knowledge in all areas of local Health Department, OSHA, and other regulatory agencies relevant to culinary services

Good communication skills (oral and written)

Good inter-department communication and teamwork skills

Willingness to be available for any/all emergencies regarding the community

Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite products

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

Operate General office equipment: printer, scanner, fax machine, copier, telephone, calculator Mixers, knives, ovens, steam table, steamer, slicer, range, grill, griddle, and other assorted kitchen equipment

Lifts and carries up to 50 lbs. with assistance occasionally

Pushes and pulls up to 50 lbs. with assistance occasionally

Climbs, reaches, bends and twists occasionally

Sits, stands, and walks frequently

Medium work exerts up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Routinely recognizes auditory timer signals, soft voices of elderly, verbal communication within the workplace

Routinely observe odors relevant to food preparation and storage, cleanliness, and sanitation