Culinary Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Aids in all culinary functions as directed and instructed in accordance with established guidelines.

RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist in the preparation, service and delivery of meals and snacks.

• Know and use portion control procedures when preparing and serving meals.

• Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties including work areas, tables, appliances and floors.

• Complete required training for but not limited to serving alcohol in accordance with state and federal regulations. 

• Conduct yourself professionally and contribute to, service-oriented environment through their appearance, communication, and interactions with residents, families, visitors, and colleagues.

• Assist in dish and utensil washing and cleaning including gathering soiled items from carts, trays and dining areas along with placing clean items in proper storage areas.

• Assist in distributing and collecting menus and checking all trays for completeness and accuracy of menu and diet preferences before distribution to residents.

• Perform all daily tasks in accordance with established Standards Precautions and sanitary, safety and infection control policies and procedures.

• Treat residents with kindness, dignity and respect.

• Review and promptly report to the Culinary Director all resident complaints and grievances.

• Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies and procedures.

• Safely and effectively handle infectious waste and/or blood and body fluids with appropriate safety gear. 

• Ensure proper storage of raw and leftover foods, obtain food supplies for next meals.

• Promptly report all hazardous conditions, equipment, accidents, and incidents to the Culinary Director and/or Executive Director.

• Assist the Culinary Director as necessary and recommend changes as required, ensuring that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies and procedures.

• Any other tasks, assignments, projects, or requests as requested by the Culinary Director or Executive Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 18 years of age, or older

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all background screening requirements permitted by applicable federal, state, and local law.

• Must read, write, speak, and understand English.

• Must demonstrate professionalism, empathy, patience, and effective interpersonal skills when interacting with residents, families, visitors, and team members.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience working with seniors is preferred.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) with some college preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, transferring, and assisting residents as required by the position.

• Must be able to squat, reach, and stretch without distress.

• Must be able to tolerate extended periods of walking and standing.