COOK - KITCHEN STAFF

Description

Company Description

Rivyve Behavioral Health is a 90 bed Behavioral Health Residential Facility (BHRF) located in Bullhead City, AZ, which provides substance abuse and mental health services for adults over the age of 18. We are an evidenced based program treating the whole person (mind, body and spirit). We understand each of our resident’s needs is unique and our goal, regardless of the program setting, is to assist each individual with long-term sobriety and mental health stability and awareness. We deliver services in partnership with government agencies, hospital systems and health plans.

Job Description

This position involves the preparing and serving meals for the facility according to cycle menus. Assists the Head Cook in daily meal preparation. Responsible for maintenance, cleanliness and overall kitchen and dining area. 

Primary Responsibilities

· Responsible for distribution of daily meals to residents.

· Assist Head Cook in preparation of daily meals.

· Clean dishes as needed and assigned within the department including: 

o Operate dishwashing equipment.

o Distribute and store clean pots, dishes and utensils.

· Clean and sanitize production equipment, work surfaces and kitchen according to cleaning schedules and as needed

· Empty trash containers as required.

· Maintain assigned workstation in a safe and sanitary condition.

· Assist in receiving, labeling and storing food and supplies

· Complete assigned cleaning assignments as scheduled each shift

· Perform defined work routines, using various dietary utensils, supplies and equipment 

· Provide assistance to the cook with food preparation as necessary

· Assist with completing meal service at scheduled times 

· Set up the dining room and serve residents in an efficient manner

· Be knowledgeable of Federal, State, and facilities’ rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

· All other assigned tasks

Statement of Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

· Various kitchen equipment functions

· Food preparation techniques

· Basic measuring techniques 

· Infection control practices 

· Sanitization techniques 

· Infection control practices 

· Use and care of equipment, tools and materials used in food preparation activities.

· Basic math (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, and fractions) 

· Working independently to complete daily activities according to work schedule.

· Following and maintaining safety standards.

· Following and effectively communicating verbal and written instructions.

· Identify when a situation cannot be handled and know when to ask for help.

· Be sensitive to residents and family members and respond in a professional manner.

· Establish and maintain effective working relationships with associate personnel, residents and resident family members.

· Read and write clearly.

· Understand and follow, quickly and accurately, oral and written instructions.

· Maintain confidentiality and work under pressure in a dynamic environment with changing demands and priorities.

· Comply with facility policies and procedures.

Conditions of Employment

· Successful candidate must submit to a TB test, or provide a copy of your latest test results in the last 12 months, and Urine analysis.

· Must possess a level one Fingerprint Clearance Card (application must be submitted within 20 days of employment)

· If in recovery, must have a minimum of six months sobriety prior to application.

· Drivers must have a clean 36-month vehicle record check

Working Conditions

· May be subject to call back and irregular schedules.

· Work is subject to utilizing and safe operation of institutional size kitchen appliances and equipment; microwave ovens; large, hot ovens; large, refrigeration/freezer section and other related kitchen appliance and equipment.

· Exposure to hot, scalding oil, grease and water.

· Involves occasional to frequent moderate lifting of 25 to 50 pounds.

· Safety-sensitive position pursuant to A.R.S. 23-493

· Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, and conditions, including TB, HIV, AIDS, and Hepatitis B and C viruses.

· May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals. 

· Communicates with the medical associate, nursing personnel, and other department personnel

Education and Qualifications

· High School Diploma or G.E.D preferred

· Prior dishwashing and service experience preferred 

· Or an equivalent combination of experience, education and training which provides the desired knowledge, skills and abilities.

· Must possess current food handler’s certificate as provided by Mohave County Health Department or related governmental agency within 30 days of hire.

· Obtain/maintain Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Card at employee’s expense.

· Obtain/maintain CPR Certification.

· Complete annual Tuberculosis Testing. 

· Complete required in-service training.