Cook

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portion, and temperature control procedures and facility policies.
• Direct and assist in cleaning and sanitizing work areas, equipment and floors, dishes and utensils;
• Check all trays for menu and diet preferences and accuracy;
• Ensure proper storage of food and supplies;
• Adequately adhere to universal precautions and sanitary, safety, and infection control policies and procedures.
• Be able to work in a non-temperature regulated environment (work near ovens, stoves, enter walk in refrigerators/freezers).
• Ensure that food and supplies are available for the next meals and assist in inventorying and storing incoming foods and supplies, and report any hazardous conditions, equipment, accidents, and incidents.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a Food Handler’s permit or a ServSafe certification as per State requirements.
• Must have the ability to read, write, and effectively communicate in English.
• Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents, families and to work cooperatively with other employees.
• Must pass criminal background investigation and reference inquiry.