Cook

Gladding Ridge Assisted Living in Lincoln, CA

Type

Part-time

Hours

Evening and Am shift

Salary

DOE

Education

High School Diploma

Experience

6 months to 1 year experience

Contact Information

Contact: Aaron Jones
Phone: 916-645-0106
Fax: 916-645-8994
Email: ajones@platinumseniorliving.com
Website: gladdingridge.yolocare1.com

Description

The Dietary Cook will primarily be responsible in the preparation of food for nutritious and attractive meals for resident%u2019s dining pleasure.

Duties and Responsibilities:

%u2022 Assist Director with ordering food and supplies needed to successfully meet Residents nutritional needs

%u2022 Prepare food daily as outlined on the weekly menu plan.

%u2022 Assist with menu planning; review and adjust menus with supervisor to accommodate foods in season, vendor sale prices, special events and holidays.

%u2022 Alter or adapt recipes in collaboration with supervisor to provide best possible food product.

%u2022 Identify food and supplies needed for the next week%u2019s menus and report to the supervisor.

%u2022 Maintain quality of food products by keeping refrigerators and storage facilities neat and clean.

%u2022 Prepare meats for storage and portion control upon delivery; ensure proper storage of all delivered foods and ingredients.

%u2022 Maintain a clean, orderly and safe kitchen environment.

%u2022 Promote proper handling, labeling and storage of food for infection control.

%u2022 Report concerns or observations about residents to supervisor.

%u2022 Coordinate and participate in serving food.

%u2022 Monitor portion control to meet residents%u2019 requests and minimize waste.

%u2022 Ability to delegate to Dietary Aids as needed.

%u2022 Provide attractive presentation of food with garnish on the plate before serving.

%u2022 Monitor and record temperatures and chemical levels on kitchen equipment as instructed.

%u2022 Notify Lead/Director of malfunction of equipment or appliances.

%u2022 Encourage and invite residents to participate in the food service program and activities.

%u2022 Assist in delivery storage and proper rotation.

%u2022 Carry out other duties as assigned by Director.

%u2022 Adhere to and carry out all policies and procedures.

%u2022 Report on the job injuries to the Director or MOD on the day the injury occurs.

%u2022 Practice safety in working with and around kitchen equipment.

%u2022 Establish and maintain constructive working relationships with coworkers, residents, families and visitors.

%u2022 Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, community operations and personnel.

%u2022 Promote Sterling Heights in a positive manner.

%u2022 Promote optimistic teamwork in providing services to residents.

QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIFICATIONS:

%u2022 OSHA-MSDS sheets and procedures.

%u2022 Fire and safety procedures.

%u2022 State food-handling and kitchen regulations

%u2022 Operation of kitchen appliances (dishwasher, garbage disposal, microwave, coffee maker, ice machine, blender, food processor, meat slicer, miser, etc..) and office equipment (photocopier, telephone).

%u2022 Employees will not work under the influence of mood altering or illegal drugs or alcohol.

%u2022 Adherence to the dress code and good personal hygiene.

%u2022 Attend all mandatory meetings

%u2022 Maintain first aid certificate

%u2022 Willingness to learn and work

%u2022 Enjoyment in working with Seniors

%u2022 Some experience in food preparation preferred

%u2022 Must be 18 years of age

%u2022 Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language

%u2022 Maintain proper body mechanics when lifting, pushing, and pulling