Cook

Job summary
Preparing healthy and appealing food itemsfor residents, staff, and guests.
Job seniority: entry level
Responsibilities
• Prepare food items for daily operations.• Restock food line.• Observe all Health Department and facility policies and procedures regarding safe food cooking, handling, storing, and serving.• Inventory and order specific food items.• Delegate additional food preparation from Dietary Aides.• Prepare special event meals for residents and staff.• Maintain clean and sanitary work area.• Notify supervisor of any unsafe equipment or circumstances.• Able to work food service line when necessary.• Assist in new menu development.
Requirements
• Must be able to perform a variety of duties without constant supervision.• Must be reliable with good working attitude.• Aptitude should include verbal ability to express ideas and views effectively.• High school education or equivalent preferred.• Minimum of two years previous institutional food service preparation preferred.• Experience preferred in a healthcare setting.• None required.• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.• 80-90% of the time, the incumbent is standing, walking, kneeling or reaching.• Requires full range of body motion.