Cook

Job Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to be responsible for the preparation and distribution of all food production in the Dietary department. In the absence of the Food Service Director, is responsible to supervise all Dietary department personnel.

Qualifications

• The incumbent will possess :
• Certification in Food Safety and Sanitation
• A minimum of two years experience working in food services in a healthcare facility.
• The ability to read, write and communicate the English language.
• The ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• The ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies / personnel and the general public.
• Leadership ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and nonprofessional personnel.
• The ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices.

Conditions

Works in a well-lit and ventilated nursing facility. Will be exposed to hot / cold temperatures in kitchen / storage areas. Exposed to grease and cooking oil, cleaning chemicals, and mechanical equipment. Subject to falls, burns from equipment, etc. Sits, stand and walks constantly throughout the day. Bends, reaches, stretches and carries within normal limits. Will require fine motor skills and visual acuity for computer work. Subject to many interruptions by telephone calls or walk in visitors. Will communicate verbally and in writing to various people. Deals with many levels of contact with professionals, residents, family members, staff and the general public. May be exposed to undesirable odors, sights, infections with emotional stress and anxiety in working around sickness and the dying. May be subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, etc. May be required to work beyond normal working hours, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary.