Experienced Cook

DEPARTMENT: Food Service
REPORTS TO: Food Service Director
POSITION SUMMARY:

Full Time and Part Time Available.

Job Description:

• Responsible for preparing and cooking a wide variety of foods for residents, employees and visitors.

• He/she prepares food according to recipes and plans cooking schedules to meet mealtime schedules. In addition, the Cook performs related duties and cleaning duties, as assigned.

• Directs other food service employees in the absence of the Food Service Director and the Assistant Food Service Director.

• Handles and prepares food in accordance with sanitary regulations;

• Prepares palatable and appetizing meals, as prescribed for the residents by the attending physician;

• Meets required meal schedules;

• Properly cares for dietary equipment and production sheets;

• Follows menus and special diet instructions;

• Communicates freely with the Food Service Director;

• Cooperates with other food service staff and facility personnel;

• Ensures that residents receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere.

• Performs other duties as requested.

• Must possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or a GED or at least 1 year experience in the healthcare field and/or related industry.

• Must be able to work well with peers in a congenial work environment, and above all, maintain the utmost compassion and dignity to the residents.

• Must be able to work rotating weekends, as well as holiday and as needed, to ensure proper staffing levels.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination.