Cook

Position Summary:

The cook assists with preparing menus, inventory control, and maintains a clean or organized safe kitchen environment. This position is responsible for preparing the food in an appetizing and appealing manner. 

Essential Functions:

• Identify and report food and supplies needed for the next week’s menus 
• Assist in the receiving, rotation, and storage of products 
• Prepare menus and cook food in accordance with nutritional guidelines, regulations, and residents’ individual prescribed diets and food preferences 
• Assist in fostering residents’ independence with eating by providing adaptive equipment when needed 
• Assist in fostering residents’ independence with eating by providing adaptive equipment when needed 
• Prepare food and coordinate food services for special community events when requested 
• Notify Dir. of Food and Beverage or any malfunctioning kitchen equipment or appliances 
• Ensure proper storage and handling of food in accordance with infection control standards 
• The ability to work in a safe and alert manner 
• The ability to take ownership for associate’s safety and the safety of the residents 
• Must disclose any medication that might impair associate’s ability to perform the job safely or competently. 

Non-Essential Functions:

• Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant leadership 
• Encourages teamwork and promotes company philosophy 
• Attends required community meetings and participates Life Enrichment activities when able 
• Completes all required courses in adherence with HRA University 
• Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basis 
• Becomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent 
• Becomes familiar and understands the steps for fire evacuation 
• All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents 

Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements:

• Must have a high school education 
• Experience in cooking for large groups a plus 
• Certified in food-preparation training preferred 
• Knowledge of state food-handling and kitchen regulations 
• Knowledge of OSHA Standards and fire and safety procedures