Summary:The primary purpose of your job position is to provide assistance in all food service functions as directed/instructed and in accordance with established food policies and procedures.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

·Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

·Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies / personnel and the general public

·Must be able to follow oral and written instructions

·Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, the appearance of work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of assigned duties

·Must possess the ability to display patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning

·Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing food practices

·Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace

·Must be able to complete all other tasks as assigned by the Director, Supervisor, or designee

·Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English Language

Qualifications:None.On the job training will be provided.

Education and / or Experiences:Must possess, as a minimum, a 10^th grade education.

Working Conditions:

·Works in well-lit / ventilated areas.Atmosphere is warm for cooking

·Moves intermittently during working hours

·Is subject to frequent interruptions

·Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies / personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances

·Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, etc.

·Communications with the medical staff, nursing staff, and other department supervisors

·Works beyond normal duty hours, on weekends, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary

·Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the workday, as well as reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminates

·Is subject to sudden temperature changes when entering refrigerator / freezers

·May be exposed to heat/cold temperatures in kitchen/storage areas

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

·Maintains a liaison with other department directors to adequately plan for food services / activities

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

Physical & Sensory Requirements:

·Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday

·Must be able to speak and write the English Language in an understandable manner

·Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position

·Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met

·Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies

·Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination

·Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at time hostile people in the facility

·Must be able to push, pull, move and / or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move and / or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet

·May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations