What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook - PRN position at Lighthouse Senior Living?
Lighthouse Senior Living is seeking an experienced cook for our lovely assisted living community. Excellent cooking skills, knowledge of basic therapeutic diets, Safe/Serv certification, and supervisory experience is required. Qualified candidate must successfully complete background investigation and pre-employment drug testing. Hourly compensation is based on candidate experience.
Experience: Must have minimum one-year experience in an assisted living facility, skilled facility, hospital, or other related medical facility. Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities. Training in diet therapy, cost control, food management, and supervisory experience preferred.
Must have a reliable source of transportation. Must be 18 years of age to operate some pieces of equipment, in accordance with regulatory requirements.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Works in kitchen area and storage areas with exposure to hot/cold temperatures as well as throughout facility. Must be able to move about intermittently during working hours including standing, lifting, bending, stooping twisting, pushing and pulling. Must be able to read, write and speak the English language. Must be able to assist in emergency evacuations. Interacts with residents, family members, staff, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc. under all conditions/circumstances.
Must be able to relate and work with the disabled, ill, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times, hostile people within the facility. May be involved in community/ civic health matters/projects. May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc. including exposure to the Hepatitis B viruses. Must be able to effectively communicate with the management staff, nursing staff and other front line staff.
Maintains a liaison with residents, their families, support staff, etc. to assure that the residents' needs are continually met.
