Dietary Aide/Cook

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Core duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned, as necessary.

· Prepare, season, cook and serve assigned meals; ensure appropriate portioned servings according to portion control standards.

· Prepare nutritional snacks for clients as directed by the Dietary Director.

· Monitor temperature of hot and cold foods through food preparation and service to ensure that established temperature goals are met prior to steam table transfer and maintained throughout meal service.

· Notify Dietary Director of food, supplies, or equipment needs, report equipment breakdowns and unsafe conditions to Facilities Director.

· Clean equipment and work areas assigned by the Dietary Director.

· Perform other department duties assigned by the Dietary Director.

· Responsible for the cleanliness of the kitchen after each meal and shift.

Required Skills:

· Excellent oral and written communication skills

· Ability to read and follow recipe directions, diet orders, and work assignments

· Able to work flexible hours, such as during an emergency.

· Interpersonal competences and professional behavior

· Very good organizational competencies

· Ability to prioritize

· Efficient in time management

· Analytical thinking

· Attention to details

· Compassion and ability to empathize

· Patience

· Able to work under pressure

· Ethical and responsible

· Able to perform well without close supervision

· Self-motivated and dynamic

· Competent and flexible

· Positive attitude

· Very careful

Education and Training:

· High school diploma or GED equivalent

· Minimum of 1-yeear food service experience in a health care dietary setting is preferred

· General knowledge of quantity food preparation and portioned serving

Physical Demands:

Physical demands described are representative of those that must be routinely met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

· Lift up to 50 pounds

· Operates a computer and keyboard

· Walking and standing for more than 30 minutes at a time

Working Conditions:

Working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee while performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Hope Valley Recovery is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15