Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Cook at Our Lady of Rickenbach Health Care

At OLR we have Benedictine Sisters plus staff we cook for on a daily basis.

Responsible to:

Kitchen Manager

Job Summary:

Prepares meals according to meal plan for sister residents of Our Lady of Rickenbach Health Care Center.

Essential Functions:

· Prepares special diets for special needs: pureed, diabetic, renal, low sodium, and other medically specified diets.

· Keeps Kitchen Manager informed of groceries and supplies needed

· Prepares and serves meals to appropriate dining areas in a timely manner and attractive presentation

· Demonstrates good stewardship in the responsible use of food stuff and creative use of leftovers.

· Keeps dietary area clean and sanitary. Maintains kitchen equipment in clean and working order, reporting any problems to the Kitchen Manager.

· Adapts to special occasions by preparing special meals and activity snacks when needed.

· Assists with other duties as requested by Administrator or Kitchen Manager

Requirements:

· Able to stand for long hours, frequent bending, stooping

· Prefer some knowledge of food preparation

· Able to lift 25-50 lbs. without restrictions.

· Able to adapt to emergencies or changes in day-to-day plan

· Able to take instructions from the Kitchen Manager or their designee

· Good time management skills

· Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.

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