Cook

Reports to : Dietary Supervisor / Administrator

Job Description :

Responsible for assisting and preparing food for the residents and assisting any residents

that need help with their meals. The cook works in conjunction with the dietary manager

to prepare meals. The cook will also assists in clean up, kitchen maintenance, and setting

up and taking down the dining areas.

Job Responsibilities :

1. Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner under the

direction of the dining services coordinator / manager

2. Maintaining kitchen sanitation and safety standards under the direction of the

Dining Services Coordinator

3. Prepares and cooks meals for residents within an assisted living and Memory Care

community as well as maintain standards of kitchen cleanliness

4. Follows departmental procedures including sanitation, safety, and cleaning

schedules

5. Report any concerns with the health and well-being to the Resident Care

Coordinator or Nurse

6. Maintain and protect the confidentiality of resident information at all times.

7. Meet or exceed, the standards of appearance; comply with the sanitation rules,

hygiene and health standards of community personnel

8. Serve meals in a fine and gracious manner, ensuring the dignity and nutritional

needs of the residents

9. Assist with putting away and organizing the weekly orders

10. Keep the kitchen organized and orderly

11. Insure that the cleanliness of kitchen and dining area meets or exceeds the dietary

manager's specifications and is in compliance with state regulations

12. Cooks meal according to the dietician approved menus

13. Perform other reasonable tasks as assigned by supervisor

Job Qualifications :

1. Must possess a current Food Handler's Permit

2. Have the ability to effectively communicate with residents, families, supervisors,

and associates

3. Must provide written proof of recent TB test or obtain within two weeks of date

of hire

4. Must be positive and deliver a WOW experience through service

5. Performs unpleasant tasks with grace; works cooperatively with supervisors and

displays willingness to assist co-workers

6. Willingness to work with the elderly