Cook Includes hiring bonus
GENERAL PURPOSE - JOIN OUR TEAM AT ARCHIE HENDRICKS SR. SKILLED NURSING CARE FACILITY
Performs and/or supervises preparation of food for residents and staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: In addition to performing Essential Functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of supportive functions based upon the requirements of the organization.
Includes $1,000 HIRING BONUS
Provides prompt, polite, and professional service to all residents and staff.
Handles all foods and equipment safely and sanitarily.
Cleans all equipment and performs daily side cleaning duties as assigned by Dietary Manager.
Prepares and/or supervises preparation of all menu items.
Review recipes and production sheets to determine amounts of meats, vegetables, soups, salads, and desserts to be prepared.
Plans cooking schedule so that all menu items will be ready at specific serving times.
Portions all food items according to posted standards.
Insures a smooth, continuous flow of work, avoiding losses from waste or unappetizing foods.
Leads and supervises line staff to ensure timely, nutritional, and appetizing meals, especially in the absence of Dietary Manager or Assistant Food Service Manager.
Maintain inventory control by following standard procedures for receiving storage and preparation of stock.
All staff are required to always follow all safety regulations and precautions.
Staff must ensure that their department is maintained in a clean and safe manner by assuring that all necessary equipment and supplies are maintained.
Report all hazardous conditions/equipment to immediate supervisor/manager.
Report all accidents/incidents to immediate supervisor/manager.
All staff must wear protective clothing and equipment when handling infectious waste and or blood/body fluids or when doing Hazardous work i.e., working with chemicals, electrical or day to day maintenance repairs.
All Staff are required to participate in the Person-Centered Care - Managers/Supervisors will help staff in assisting in participating in Person Centered Care
Recognize your role as part of the QAPI (Quality Assurance Performance Improvement) efforts of your organization.
Attend training to build understanding and capacity to undertake QAPI work.
Carry out QAPI roles and responsibilities as assigned.
Follow established policies and procedures in support of QAPI efforts.
Look for and share leadership ideas for improvement in the organization.
Communicate with leadership upon witnessing a positive outcome of a QAPI project or detecting barriers preventing project success.
Support QAPI efforts both verbally and non-verbally (i.e., via actions and attitude), including adjusting performance and practice in accordance with QAPI initiatives and findings.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS/BASIC JOB REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Quantity food preparation training desirable. Should be receptive to continuing education. Minimum of two years institutional food preparation, including responsibility for entire menu. One year's experience supervising food service employee is desirable.