Cook

Job Description

Description:

Position Summary:

The cook assists with preparing menus, inventory control, and maintains a clean or organized safe kitchen environment. This position is responsible for preparing the food in an appetizing and appealing manner.

Essential Functions:

Identify and report food and supplies needed for the next week’s menus

Assist in the receiving, rotation, and storage of products

Prepare menus and cook food in accordance with nutritional guidelines, regulations, and residents’ individual prescribed diets and food preferences

Assist in fostering residents’ independence with eating by providing adaptive equipment when needed

Assist in fostering residents’ independence with eating by providing adaptive equipment when needed

Prepare food and coordinate food services for special community events when requested

Notify Dir. of Food and Beverage or any malfunctioning kitchen equipment or appliances

Ensure proper storage and handling of food in accordance with infection control standards

The ability to work in a safe and alert manner

The ability to take ownership for associate’s safety and the safety of the residents

Must disclose any medication that might impair associate’s ability to perform the job safely or competently.

Non-Essential Functions:

Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant leadership

Encourages teamwork and promotes company philosophy

Attends required community meetings and participates Life Enrichment activities when able

Completes all required courses in adherence with HRA University

Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basis

Becomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent

Becomes familiar and understands the steps for fire evacuation

All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents

Requirements:

Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements:

Must have a high school education

Experience in cooking for large groups a plus

Certified in food-preparation training preferred

Knowledge of state food-handling and kitchen regulations

Knowledge of OSHA Standards and fire and safety procedures

Full-time