Cook

Type

Full-time, Part-time, Employee

Hours

TBD

Salary

TBD

Contact Information

Contact: Rouzbeh Moradhasel
Phone: 530-889-8122
Fax: 530-889-1834
Email: rmoradhasel@platinumseniorliving.com
Website: oakwoodseniorliving.yolocare1.com

Description

JOB SUMMARY: 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:

Qualifications:

* Assist Lead/Director with ordering food and supplies needed to successfully meet Residents nutritional needs

* Prepare food daily as outlined on the weekly menu plan.

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

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

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

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

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

* Maintain a clean, orderly and safe kitchen environment.

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

* Report concerns or observations about residents to supervisor.

* Coordinate and participate in serving food.

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

* Ability to delegate to Dietary Aids as needed.

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

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

* Notify Lead/Director of malfunction of equipment or appliances.

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

* Assist in delivery storage and proper rotation.

* Carry out other duties as assigned by Director.

* Adhere to and carry out all policies and procedures.

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

* Practice safety in working with and around kitchen equipment.

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

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

* Promote Oakwood Village in a positive manner.

* Promote optimistic teamwork in providing services to residents.

QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIFICATIONS:

* OSHA-MSDS sheets and procedures.

* Fire and safety procedures.

* State food-handling and kitchen regulations

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

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

* Adherence to the dress code and good personal hygiene.

* Attend all mandatory meetings

* Maintain first aid certificate

* Working Conditions:

* Heated/Air-conditioned, well-lit kitchen

* Exposure to hot ovens and stoves.

* Weekend work on a rotation basis.

* Operation of kitchen appliances and equipment.

Qualifications:

* Willingness to learn and work

* Enjoyment in working with older adults.

* Some experience in food preparation preferred.

* Must be 18 years of age.

* Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend the English language.

* Maintain proper body mechanics when lifting, pushing or pulling.

Updated on May 3, 2017