What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook and Dietary Aide - Long Term Care position at St. James House of Baytown?
St. James House is accepting applications for a cook and a dietary aide, PRN as needed. The work schedule is rotating days for the morning and evening shift.
COOK JOB SUMMARY
The Cook is responsible for the preparation and serving of the residents' meals using proper food handling techniques. In the absence of the Food Service Manager, the cook on duty is the person in charge of the department.
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. The Cook is responsible for the preparation of the meal according to the menu and census.
2. The Cook is responsible for the supervision of dietary aides in the absence of the Food Service Manager.
3. The Cook is responsible for the set-up of paper work for new residents in Manager's absence.
EDUCATION
Must be
able to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
QUALIFICATIONS
1. Six months experience preferable in institutional food preparation or related field.
2. Physically able to carry out duties of the Cook (must be able to lift 25 pounds).
3. Knowledge of and ability to use Food Service equipment.
4. Knowledge of quality food preparation and food service.
5. Has appropriate health certificate as required by local, state and federal health departments.
6. Adheres to all company policies and performs tasks in a timely and efficient manner consistent with stated objectives.
7. Must have a pre-employment and an annual Tuberculosis screening examination.
DIETARY AIDE JOB SUMMARY
The Dietary Aide performs a variety of tasks including maintenance of kitchen sanitation, food preparation and other duties as assigned.
The Dietary Aide is responsible to the Food Service Manager and/or the Shift Cook.
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Has the ability to work well with co-workers.
2. Must sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils and work areas as assigned.
3. Assists with food preparation as assigned.
4. Assists with tray assembly and service.
5. Assists in the dishwashing operation.
6. Performs other tasks as assigned.
7. Attends required staff in-services, meetings, orientation, and continuing education activities as required.
8. Is aware of and adheres to Patient’s Bill of Rights and confidentiality of patient information including HIPAA regulations.
EDUCATION
Must be able to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
QUALIFICATIONS
1. Previous experience desirable but not essential.
2. Must be physically able to carry out the duties of a Dietary Aide.
3. Must have a pre-employment and an annual Tuberculosis screening examination.
Salary : $9
