What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-time Culinary Assistant-Cook (Flexible Schedule) position at Riverside Health & Rehabilitation?
Full-time Culinary Assist.-Cook
- Cross training opportunity!
Variable Schedule-Shifts posted in advance
- Attendance and shift pickup incentives
The Culinary Assistant plays an integral role in the success of our team, our community and creating a place our residents are proud to call home. The primary purpose of this position is to provide assistance in all dietary functions as directed/instructed and in accordance with established Culinary Operations policies and procedures.
Essential Job Functions
- Serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance. Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
- Provide Platinum Service® to each resident, guest and staff member.
- Prepare food in accordance with sanitary regulations and the established policies and procedures.
- Assist in daily and scheduled cleaning duties.
- Set up meal trays, food carts and the dining room, as instructed.
- Distribute and collect menus as necessary.
- Set up and prepare food for the upcoming meal.
- Set up the menu for the upcoming meal.
- Assist with bussing tables during and after meals.
- Check meal trays for accuracy before distribution.
- Ensure appropriate equipment and utensils are provided with the resident's meal tray.
- Deliver food carts and trays to designated areas.
- Assist with the set up and refill of catering and/or buffet functions.
- Prepare and deliver snacks as instructed.
- Ensure that food and supplies for the next meal are readily available.
- Assist in food preparation as requested.
- Maintain a clean work area and kitchen by sweeping and mopping as needed.
- Assist with cleaning the dining area and the backroom kitchen area as needed.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Critical Skills
- Be able to make independent decisions and follow instructions.
- Deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public.
- Capable of working with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset people within the facility.
- Communicate in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, team members, residents, and families.
Education and Experience
- Must meet all applicable state and federal requirements for this position.
- Food service and/or hospitality experience preferred
Riverside Health & Rehabilitation, a 72-bed skilled nursing community, has served the Missoula community since 1988. Here, team members serve a range of lifestyles and care levels, including rehabilitation and long-term care. We take pride in delivering Platinum Service®, our commitment to put residents and their families at the heart of everything we do. Join our team and come see why our team members consistently place Riverside Health & Rehabilitation above other communities as a great place to work.
Enjoy the total rewards of competitive pay plus benefits centered on you while performing meaningful work.
Compensation: $18 per hour