Cook

Position Summary

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares and serves meals for assigned shifts in appropriate portions.
• Includes preparing raw food, staples, proper serving sized in a timely manner.
• Maintains sanitation standards are required by all licenses and regulations.
• Cleans work areas, utensils, and equipment with the assistance of other employees.
• Safeguards inventories by rotating stock according to dates and freshness when served.
• Notifies Food Service Director when supplies are needed.
• Stores food and checks supplies upon delivery in absence of the Food Service Director.
• Encourages feedback from residents, guests, and staff to improve food quality and service.
• Supports other departments as part of the team and strives to improve overall resident satisfaction.
• Communicates effectively with all involved in providing services to residents, guests, etc.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports to the Food Service Director

Knowledge, Abilities, And Experience

• Experience and/or knowledge of meal preparation for large groups.
• Ability to read and understand recipes, work in a team environment, work flexible shifts, handle multiple tasks at one time and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner for residents.
• Must enjoy working with the elderly and all who associate with them.
• Must be able to interact with residents who are highly susceptible to common illness without exposing them additional health risks.
• Must be able to work with ill, disabled elderly, emotionally upset and at times hostile people in the community.
• Must be able to accept constructive criticism.
• Maintain a professional appearance and a positive attitude and treat all residents with dignity and respect.
• May be required to wear a uniform.

EQUIPMENT USED

• Electric slicer
• Mixer
• Oven
• Stove
• Microwave
• Grill
• Dishwasher
• Fryer
• Toaster
• Coffeemaker
• Variety of kitchen utensils and appliances, including knives
• Standard office equipment as needed

PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• Stand for extended periods of time
• Carry, reach, bend, finger, grasp and feel
• Subject to inside environmental conditions
• Exposed to extreme temperatures (hot & cold)
• Exposed to chemicals