Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Silver Springs Care Center is looking for a 32 hour Cook.  The positions will prepare and serve food for the facility residents at scheduled meal times while following appropriate sanitation procedures and therapeutic diets.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares hot and cold foods, meals and beverages including modified textures for restricted and therapeutic diets.

• Maintains and follows all meal schedules.

• Assures all food items are handled properly to insure safety and sanitation standards according to state and federal regulations.

• Properly stores, covers, and refrigerates necessary items. Insures that foods are cooked to the appropriate temperatures according to latest FDA Food Code.

• Must perform all assigned tasks in accordance with the Facility’s established policies and procedures and as instructed by Department Head.

• Complies with local, state and federal regulations relating to their responsibilities, including the Code of Conduct, Resident Rights and Corporate Compliance; serves as a mandatory reporter of all resident related incidents

Qualifications:

• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare large portions of meals.

• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of positive team work

• Serves as a role model to peers through initiative, self direction and enthusiasm; must exhibit patience, tact and a cheerful disposition; as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents

• Ability to maintain a satisfactory attendance and work performance record; must punctually arrive to work as assigned

• Proficiency in English, including speaking, reading, and writing, required.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Top Health Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, and so much more available through 1199 Union Benefits

• Paid Holidays including newly added Juneteenth

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities.

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