Dietary Cook

Delmar Nursing & Rehabilitation -

JOB TITLE :                            Cook

JOB SUMMARY :                     The primary purpose of your job position is to be responsible for preparation of assigned menu items according to standard recipes & department procedures. Possess a general knowledge of all cook positions. Must understand the HAACP / Food Safety Program (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) in accordance with current applicable federal, State, OSHA & local standards, guidelines & regulations, & as directed by the Food Service Director, to assure that the highest degree of quality Resident care is maintained at all times.

REPORTS TO :                        Food Service Director

RISK EXPOSURE

CLASSIFICATION :                High

QUALIFICATIONS :

1.        High School Diploma or GED required or must be enrolled for completion of High School Diploma

and / or GED; on-the-job training provided.

2.        Must have, as a minimum, one year kitchen experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility or other

related medical facility.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

1.        Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.

2.        Must be able to read, write & speak the English language.

3.        Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.

4.        Possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, Residents, family members, visitors, government

agencies / personnel, & the general public.

5.        Knowledgeable of kitchen procedures, cooking characteristics of various cuts of meats, names &

contents of dishes, etc.

6.        Possess leadership ability & willingness to work harmoniously with professional & non-professional personnel.

7.        Must be able to follow oral & written instructions.

8.        Maintain the care & use of supplies, equipment, appearance of work areas, regular inspection of

food service areas for sanitation, order, safety & proper performance of assigned duties.

9.        Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition & enthusiasm, and be willing to handle Residents

based on their present maturity level.

10.      Possess the ability to seek out new methods & principles & be willing to incorporate them into

existing practices.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Must be able to bend, stoop, lift, stir & move intermittently throughout the workday.

Must be able to cope with the mental & emotional stress of the position.

Must possess sight / hearing senses, or use prosthetics that enable these senses to function.

Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity & the ability to work effectively with

Residents, personnel & support agencies.

5.        Works in well lighted / ventilated areas. Atmosphere is warm from cooking.

6.        Able to handle frequent interruptions, hostile & emotionally upset Residents, families, etc.

7.        Communicates with medical staff, nursing personnel & other department supervisors.

8.        Willing to work beyond normal working hours & in other positions temporarily as necessary.

9.        Subject to falls, cuts, burns from equipment, hot foods, infectious diseases, odors, etc.

10.       May be exposed to hot / cold temperatures in kitchen & storage areas.

11.       Must be able to cope with the mental & emotional stress of the position.

12.       Must be in good general health & demonstrate emotional stability.

13.       May be required to lift equipment, supplies, etc., 35 lbs. minimum.

14.       Must be able to taste & smell food to determine quality & palatability.