Culinary Services Assistant

Job Requirements

• Assists in the preparation of foods.
• Labeling, dating and storage of food items.
• Portions and serves food in a prescribed manner for dining areas and tray service.
• Reads and follows tray/diet cards and written diet orders accurately. Becomes knowledgeable of special diets.
• Transports and returns carts safely and carefully to appropriate area.
• Cleans and sanitizes kitchen areas and related equipment.
• Follows and maintains cleanliness and infection control procedures and standards.
• Scrapes, washes, and racks dishes either by dishwasher or manually using a three-compartment sink.
• Aids in work storage areas such as unpacking, dating, and storing supplies.
• Completes trainings and attends mandatory in-service and department meetings by the facility.
• Works safely and follows safety practices and standards of the facility; responsible for reporting or correcting any existing or potential safety or accident hazard.
• Maintains residents' rights and confidentiality of resident information; reports all suspected cases of resident abuse to the Administrator.
• Establishes and maintains a courteous, cooperative, and respectful working relationship with other employees, supervisors, and public officials.
• Reports to work when scheduled, with minimal use of sick leave, to build up sick leave balance for income protection for unexpected illness.
• Supports all aspects of person-centered care. Respects and acknowledges individuality and uniqueness of residents.
• Physical demands: Stands for long periods of time. Moves back and forth through kitchen, dish room, and the facility. Moves from hot and humid areas to the freezer or coolers, subject to dramatic and extreme temperature changes. Pushes and pulls heavy carts; lifts, moves, and carries cans, boxes, and crates to and from work areas. Handles hot pans, foods, cooking utensils, and food containers. Uses near vision for reading diet cards, recipes, and food preparation.

Other Experience and Qualifications

• Some experience in food preparation and serving of food on a large-scale is desirable.
• Must be able to read and write.
• Must be 16 years old.
• Must successfully pass a background check as required by the Wisconsin Caregiver Law.

Application Instructions

Apply Online: https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/laxcounty/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/2284

Other: We will be accepting applications until this position is filled.

Apply by mail:

1. Attn: Human Resources - LA CROSSE COUNTY
2. 962 Garland St E
3. West Salem
4. WEST SALEM, WI 54669