Part-Time Cook - Madison House Assisted Living Part Time | Cortez - Cortez, CO, 81321 chevron_right
Senior Housing Options, Inc
CO, United States
Part-time
Part-Time Cook - Madison House Assisted Living Job Details Job Location Cortez - Cortez, CO Position Type Part Time Job Shift Day Description Job Description
Position Title : Cook
Summary / Objective :
The Cook will support the day-to-day operations within the dietary department for our Assisted Living facilities. This role is responsible to prepare and serve appealing, appetizing and nourishing food to the residents while maintaining a safe and sanitary dining experience in compliance with Assisted Living regulations and SHO policies.
Essential Functions :
- Prepares and cooks meals in accordance with the dietary menu, documents any required substitutions
- Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance
- May prepare alternate menu selections for residents who require special accommodations
- May assist in the preparation, set-up and cleaning for all meals and snacks including special meals, meetings and parties
- Clear dining room, wash and put away dishes and cookware following each meal and snack
- Complete daily and periodic cleaning duties per schedule ensuring the kitchen is clean in accordance with regulations and SHO policies
- As feasible fulfill resident requests for special food / snacks during and between meals
- Serve food to residents in accordance with portion control procedures
- Assists in inventory, receiving and storage food supplies
- Consistently acts to promote teamwork in providing the best possible dietary service to our residents with a focus on health and wellness
- May provide on the job training and orientation programs for new dietary employees
- Follows dietary policies and procedures at all times
- Promotes a safe working environment by inspecting all equipment before use
- Reports any accident / incident or hazards for employees or residents that occur in the kitchen or dining, no matter how insignificant
- Follow established infection control and universal precaution policies and procedures, as needed
- Adhere to all resident rights, including, privacy, confidentiality, and treating residents with dignity and respect at all times
- Perform other duties as assigned
Work Environment :
- May be exposed to heat / cold temperatures in kitchen / storage area
- May be required to lift, push, pull and move equipment, supplies in excess of fifty pounds.
- Standing for long periods, sitting and walking intermittently
- Subject to falls, burns, odors, throughout the work day and the risk of injury from physical requirements of the job
- Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions including HIV and Hepatitis B viruses ;
Competencies :
- Commitment to fulfilling the mission of Senior Housing Options, Inc. to provide safe, comfortable housing for seniors and people with disabilities
- Maintain a professional demeanor and respond with urgency
- Understanding of discretion needed in handling confidential information
- Self-directed, accountable for results and proactive; independent problem solver
- Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing, including the ability to provide nontechnical assistance in a simple, straightforward manner
- Demonstrate sensitivity to the concerns of residents and a commitment to dealing fairly with all
- Friendly, professional demeanor, positive disposition, tactful, patience and high ethical character even while dealing with difficult or upset residents
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; attention to detail
Expected Hours of Work :
Cook needed for 1 day a week.
Qualifications Education and Experience :
- High school diploma or equivalent required; culinary training preferred
- 2-3 years prior working experience in a kitchen environment required
- Prior working experience cooking and serving meals to an elderly and / or disabled population preferred
- Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language fluently, and communicate verbally and in writing at a professional level
20 days ago