FT Cook

Standard Essential Functions

• Adheres to LifeCare policies, procedures, all safety plans, and all standards imposed by regulatory organizations.
• Regular attendance and timeliness is required.

Job-Specific Essential Functions

• Cooks a variety of food according to menus, special dietary or nutritional restrictions or numbers of portions to be served and ensures consistent quality of food.
• Apportion and serve food to patients, families, employees, and visitors of the Hospital.
• Reviews menus, production sheets and catering requests to determine type and quantities of food items to be prepared.
• Sets up and stocks cafeteria with appropriate food and non-food items for meal service.
• Ensures appropriate par levels are maintained for the operation of the cafeteria/kitchen.
• Plans/organizes work for assigned shift to properly utilize time, resources, and supplies to ensure work assignments are completed timely.
• Cleans and inspects galley equipment, kitchen appliances and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
• Greets patients, employees, and visitors in a courteous and respectful manner, responds with positive interpersonal skills and handles requests with a positive attitude.
• Ensures safety at all times by notifying the supervisor of any risk factors seen, initiating, and maintaining appropriate safety measures.