PT/FT Cook - Newport Meadows

DEPARTMENT: Food Service
REPORTS TO: Food Service Director

**FULL TIME AND PART TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE

POSITION SUMMARY:

The essential functions of the job for a Cook requires:

· Comply with standards of business conduct in accordance with federal, state and local health and regulatory standards and guidelines, as applicable.

· Must possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or a GED or at least two (2) years of experience in the healthcare field and/or related industry.

· Must be able to work well with peers in a congenial work environment, and above all, maintain the utmost compassion and dignity to the residents and adhere to the Resident Bill of Rights.

· Must be able to work beyond normal working hours; on weekends, as well as holidays, to the extent necessary. 

· In exigent circumstances, the employee may be subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather,

evacuation, temporary staffing shortages, etc.).

· Must adhere to ISH Health Services' attendance policies and follow the terms and conditions of employment as set forth in the Employee Handbook.

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

· Must maintain the highest standards in caring and servicing the needs of the residents and residents' family members and loved ones.

· Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:

· Responsible for preparing and cooking a wide variety of foods for residents, employees and visitors.

· He/she prepares food according to recipes and plans cooking schedules to meet mealtime schedules. In addition, the Cook performs related duties and cleaning duties, as assigned.

· Directs other food service employees in the absence of the Food Service Director and the Assistant Food Service Director.

· Handles and prepares food in accordance with sanitary regulations;

· Prepares palatable and appetizing meals, as prescribed for the residents by the attending physician;

· Meets required meal schedules;

· Takes necessary measures to avoid food waste;

· Properly cares for dietary equipment and production sheets;

· Follows menus and special diet instructions;

· Communicates freely with the Food Service Director;

· Cooperates with other food service staff and facility personnel;

· Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights;

· Report any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.

· Report work related injuries and illnesses immediately to your supervisor.

· As a condition of employment, complete all assigned training and skills competency.

· Participate in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings.

· Fulfill responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.

· Assists with evacuation of residents in an emergency situation

· Maintain confidentiality of Protected Health Information, including verbal, written and electronic communications.

· Report non-compliance with policies, procedures, regulations or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel.

· Performs other duties as requested.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

· Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

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

· Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.

· 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 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.