Job Summary
The primary role of the Cook is to prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulation, with facility established policies and procedures and as may be directed by the Director of Food Services, to assure quality food service is provided at all times.
Delegation of Authority
As the Cook, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.
Job Functions
Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.
Duties and Responsibilities
Administrative Functions
Review menus prior to preparation of food
Inspect special diet trays to assure that the correct diet is served to the resident
Ensure all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies
Assume the authority, responsibility and accountability of Cook
Ensure menus are maintained and filed in accordance with established policies and procedures
Assist in establishing food service production line, etc., to assure that meals are prepared on time
Process diet changes and new diets as received from Nursing Services
Other function as deem necessary
Personnel Functions
Develop and maintain a good working rapport with inter-department personnel, as well as with other departments within the facility to assure that food service can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the residents
Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the department
Staff Development
Participate in and assist in departmental studies and projects as assigned or that may become necessary
Attend and participate in workshops, seminars, in-service training programs, etc., as directed
Dietary Service
Prepare meals in accordance with planned menus
Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance
Serve food in accordance with established policies and procedures
Prepare food in accordance with standardized recipes and special diet orders
Prepare and serve bedtime snacks
Prepare and serve substitute foods to residents who refuse foods served
Safety and Sanitation
Prepare food in accordance with sanitary regulations as well as our established policies and procedures
Report all accidents/incidents as established by department policies. Fill out and file reports as directed
Assist in maintaining food storage areas in a clean and properly arranged manner at all times
Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies
Equipment and Supply Functions
Ensure that food and supplies for the next meal are readily available
Assist in inventorying and storing in-coming food, supplies, etc., as necessary
Resident Rights
Maintain residents’ confidentiality; treat residents with kindness, dignity and respect. Know and comply with Resident’s Rights rules.
Working Conditions
Works in well-lighted/ventilated areas. Atmosphere is warm for cooking
Moves intermittently during working hours
Is subject to frequent interruptions
Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances
Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, etc.
Communicates with the medical staff, nursing staff, and other department Supervisors
Works beyond normal duty hours, on weekends, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary
Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions(e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.)
Attends and participates in continuing educational programs
Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the workday, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants
Is subject to sudden temperature changes when entering refrigerator
May be exposed to heat/cold temperatures in kitchen/storage area
Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses
Maintains a liaison with other department Supervisors to adequately plan for dietary services/activities
May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals
Education
Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or its equivalent
Experience
One (1) year dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred (but not necessary).
Specific Requirements
Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities
Must be knowledgeable of dietary procedures
Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, the appearance of work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation order, safety and proper performance of assigned duties
Must be able to follow oral and written instructions
Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, the appearance of work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of assigned duties
Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing dietary practices
Physical and Sensory Requirements
(With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday
Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner
Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position
Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met
Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with the residents, personnel, and support agencies
Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which include a medical and physical examination
Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility
May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations
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