What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook/Housekeeper position at Navian Hawaii?
More than a job, this is a position with a higher purpose - where you impact people's lives on a personal, human level. As a Navian Hawaii Cook/Housekeeper, you will provide support for those who guide patients and families on their journey, delivering support with a caring heart, replacing fear with hope, helping them find the beauty and joy in every moment, and providing each person with the kindness and dignity they deserve.
Position Summary:
The Cook/Housekeeper is responsible for preparing meals and maintaining a clean and organized household environment. Key duties include cooking nutritious meals, managing meal planning and grocery shopping, cleaning and sanitizing kitchen and dining areas, laundry, and general housekeeping tasks. This role often involves ensuring food safety and adhering to dietary restrictions. Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask are essential for success in this position.
Cook/Housekeeper Responsibilities:
- Prepares nutritional meals with information provided (e.g. consistency, cultural preferences)
- Knowledge in preparation of specialized diets.
- Attends continuing educational in-service training for food services preparation.
- Visits patients and evaluates food intake and acceptance.
- Assists with shopping, including but not limited to: grocery, household items and patient personal shopping, and maintains effective cost control over food and household supplies.
- Assists with nutritional and dietary needs as requested by the RN.
- Cleans the home:
- Sweep and mop all ground surfaces
- Dust all other surfaces to keep them free of dust and buildup
- Washes and dries dishes
- Ability to be flexible and organized in planning.
- Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.
General Responsibilities:
- Maintains a professional demeanor at all times and demonstrates commitment to quality and attention to detail.
- Maintains confidentiality of important information.
- Demonstrates ethical conduct, discretion and judgment that is in harmony with the mission and values of Hospice Hawaii.
- Demonstrates effective team behaviors.
- Performs travel as required for patient/family care.
- Complies with all established agency policies and procedures.
- Provides related in-service education for hospice staff and volunteers.
- Actively supports Hospice Hawaii mission and exhibits our philosophy in all job related roles.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skills Requirements:
- Must be able to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, clients, family members, the public, and representatives of other agencies and organizations.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of individuals.
- Ability to work well under pressure, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, efficient and complete work within deadlines.
- Familiarity with food safety and sanitation standards
- Proven ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization.
Experience and Educational Requirements:
- Minimum one year in a similar role, preferably in a home health or facility setting
- Valid Hawaii Food Handler Certification required
Hours
- Generally three shifts per week, 7:00 am through 3:00 pm. However, position may require after hours work including weekends and holidays, as needed.
Salary Range
- $23.00 to $25.00 Per Hour
Salary : $23 - $25
