United Church Homes is Hiring a Cook- Columbus Colony for Elderly Care Near Westerville, OH
Community Name: Columbus Colony for Elderly Care The Cook is responsible for preparing and serving nourishing and attractive meals and other foods to residents as required to support the menu specific diet orders and other community events. Essential Functions Statement(s)
Reviews food menus and work orders to determine type and quantities of food to be prepared for all of the facility's dining rooms
Acquires all necessary items for upcoming food cycles
Prepares meals according to planned menus and standardized recipes in a sanitary manner to ensure the utmost in quality and minimize waste
Reviews menus to identify all foods required for therapeutic diets (i.e., soft, pureed, etc) before preparing food
Uses nutritionally equivalent substitutes when required
Operates a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment, such as blenders, mixers, grinders, slicers and tenderizers
Maintains Dining Services department according to established rules and regulations of sanitation
Directs and assists in performing daily and scheduled cleaning duties
Stores food in designated areas, utilizing knowledge of temperature requirements, food spoilage and sanitation
Meets meal schedules
Serves meals according to portion control
Checks meal trays for accuracy before they leave the kitchen area
Records menu changes
Manages the schedule for other cooks, diet technicians and dining services assistants
Reports observations concerning structural, equipment and furniture defects and malfunctioning to appropriate personnel
Maintains confidentiality of necessary information
Utilizes supplies and equipment properly and without waste
Handles unusual occurrences calmly and logically to maintain continuity of business and duties
Follows all appropriate safety and security guidelines, procedures and protocol for residents in the unit
Participates in relevant educational and training activities as appropriate
Performs all other duties as assigned or directed
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.