Cook's Helper (part-time)

About The Role

The Food and Nutrition Department in the Manhattan Nursing Home is seeking a part-time Cook's Helper.

Responsibilities

• Review menus prior to food preparation.
• Preparation of meat, vegetable, etc., in accordance with planned menu to provide for meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
• Prepare food for chopped and puree diets.
• Assure temperatures of food are within guidelines before service.
• Time food preparation to meet service schedules to assure that meals are prepared on time.
• Create and maintain a good working rapport with department personnel, as well as other departments within the facility to assure that food service can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the residents.
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis as well as a calm environment throughout the department.
• Attend and participate in mandatory facility and departmental in-services.
• Participate in any program mandated by the New York state Department of Health or the Governor. Safety and Sanitation.
• Prepare food in accordance with sanitary regulations as well as established departmental policies and procedures.
• Follow all safety regulations.
• Follow established Infection Control and Universal Precaution policies and procedures.
• Assure work area is maintained in a clean and safe manner.
• Report hazardous conditions/equipment to the Chef/Manager immediately.
• Assist in maintaining food storage areas in a clean and properly arranged manner.
• Date all food items stored.
• Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies.
• Other duties as deemed necessary and appropriate or as may be directed.

Requirements

• High School education or equivalent.
• Prior cooking experience in food service preferred.