PT Cook

General Purpose

It is the responsibility of the cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.

He/she is reports to the Dietary supervisor.

Responsibilities include:

Preparing and serving meals according to planned menus and resident diet orders
Following food safety and sanitation guidelines
Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen work area
Assisting with food prep, meal setup, and kitchen cleanup
Working closely with the dietary team and nursing staff
Following facility policies and procedures
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:

Previous cooking experience preferred
Healthcare, nursing home, or food service experience is a plus
Must be dependable and able to work scheduled shifts
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
Must have good communication and teamwork skills
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
Benefits:

Part-time schedule
Weekend availability may be required
Supportive team environment
Rewarding work serving residents in a nursing home setting


* Report resident care concerns and potential issues to Administrator and/or Director of Nurses.

Participate in the orientation and on-going training of dietary staff.


* Ability to make the presentation of the food appealing to the residents.

Ability to cooperate.

Willing to supervise and to work under supervision.


* To make sure all cleaning schedules are followed.

Supervisory Requirements This job has supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.

Qualification

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

Should have experience as a cook in a hospital or long term care facility for not less than one year.

Language Skills

Ability to read technical procedures.

Ability to read and follow recipes.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate.

Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred.

Must remain in good standing with the Department of Public Health.

Physical Demands

The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently.

Sitting occasionally.

Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently.

Talking and /or hearing very frequently.

Tasting and /or smelling very frequently.

Lifting up to 50 pounds frequently.

Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally.

Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

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