Cook - on-call - Avamere at Pacific Ridge

Cook

Status: PRN/on-call

Wage $21 - $28 DOE

Location: Avamere at Pacific Ridge - 3625 East B St.

Tacoma, WA 98404

Responsibilities


* Serve meals that are palatable, appetizing in appearance and in accordance with established portion control procedures, on a timely basis.


* Inspect diet trays; work with the facility's dietitian and process diet changes received from Nursing Services.


* Coordinate food service with other departments.


* Ensure that food and supplies for the next meal are readily available.


* Ensure that menus are maintained and review menus prior to preparation of food.


* Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis.

Qualifications


* Experience in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred.


* Must have a Food Handler's Card.


* Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.


* Must be knowledgeable of food preparation procedures.


* Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.


* Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.


* Must speak, read, and write English fluently SEIU: This position is covered by the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement with Service Employees International Union (SEIU), either Local 503 or Local 775.