SENIOR CENTER COOK (SERDA)

Grand County Senior Centers CookEmployment Status: Full Time w/ benefitsWage Allocation: $22-24 / hour (DOE)Reports To: Aging Program ManagerJob Summary:Prepares meals in compliance with State and Federal regulations at the Grand County Senior Center location (Moab). Maintains accurate records of meals served and supplies consumed. Must maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene in the work area and notify supervisors and managers of safety concerns.Duties / Responsibilities:Prepare meals for delivery and serving.Operate all kitchen equipment safely.Maintain appropriate inventory of food and supplies.Interpret written menus and meal plans.Unload and store food and supplies.Clean and sanitize kitchen and equipment after every meal as well as weekly custodial duties.Organize and maintain the kitchen to assure compliance with all relevant sanitation codes.Help with laundry (including loading/unloading machines, folding and putting away finished wash).Help with quarterly inventory of all food supplies.Cleans ovens, coolers and carriersPrepares reports on activities for supervisorOther duties as assignedRequired Skills / Abilities:Knowledgeable in kitchen routines and meal preparationAbility to follow directions and work without direct supervisionAbility to interpret and amend recipesAbility to help seniors solve problems relating to the service.You must model professional behavior.Set clear expectations against gossip.Create open communication channels.Address specific instances by redirecting conversations or having private, direct follow-up conversations with the individuals involved to explain the negative impact of their actions.Education / Experience:Experience in institutional food service preferredPosition requires a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalentMust understand baking principlesExperience working with seniors preferredMust maintain a Utah Food Handlers Permit within 30 days of hireRequires valid Utah driver license.Must never have been convicted of an alcohol or drug related moving violation.Must have valid Utah Driver's LicensePhysical Requirements:Cook work is performed indoors in a clean climate controlled area.When talking one must convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quicklyAble to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary informationAverage, ordinary visual acuity necessary when operating equipmentMust be able to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.Medical, dental, vision & life offered. Retirement through Utah Retirement Systems