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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailTrinity Oaks Retirement is hiring a fulltime Cook for 32 to 40 hours per week. The Cook will be responsible for preparing and serving meals according to planned menus maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen and ordering food and kitchen supplies to ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen.
Essential Functions: (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Assumes full charge of the Dietary Department in the absence of the Director of Dining Services or Assistant Director of Dining Services. In this circumstance the first shift cook shall have this authority until the first shift has ended at which time the second shift cook or supervisor will assume charge until the end of the second shift.
2. Reviews menus prior to food preparation.
3. Prepares regular and therapeutic diet meals according to planned menus; lifts heavy pots of food.
4. Follows standardized recipes and special diet orders. Serves meals according to diet and portion control.
5. Checks diet trays to ensure they are served correctly. Assists in planning and preparing special meals.
6. Assists Director of Dietary Services in menu planning by making suggestions for new menu items.
7. Follows oral and written instructions.
8. Assists Director and Assistant Director of Dietary Services in the orientation and training coaching and supervising of dietary personnel.
9. Removes frozen meat from the walkin freezer for thawing as well as other items to be prepared for meals.
10. Assists with daily scheduled cleaning duties.
11. Keep equipment and work areas clean as required.
12. Reports equipment and supply needs to the Director of Dietary Services. Assists in checking incoming food supplies.
13. For the Clinical Cook Supervisor role In skilled nursing facilities ensures:
1. Remains cordial and tactful with residents peers and others.
2. Follows all established policies and procedures of the dietary department and the facility.
3. Completes other assigned duties as may be necessary for the orderly operation of the facility.
Supervisory Responsibilities if any (The scope of the persons authority including the positions that report to the incumbent.: Dietary Aide (in the absence of Director of Dining Services)
Qualifications (Minimum Job Requirements):
Education: Some H.S. coursework H.S. diploma or GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience: Ability to read understand and follow recipe directions; proven ability to instruct subordinate personnel in proper food preparation and serving methods and to plan effective work methods in kitchen.
Specific skills/abilities: Attention to detail and the ability to write and follow instructions for reading recipes dietary needs and meal orders. Knowledge of principles of food sanitation.
Specialized knowledge licenses etc.:
Preferences (Optional):
1. H.S. diploma or equivalent.
2. Training/experience in food service environment.
3. Prior supervisory experience.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).
1. The Cook/Supervisor stands and walks intermittently throughout the working day as well as reaches stoops bends lifts carries and manipulates various food products dietary supplies and equipment.
2. Ability to work with chemicals and cleaning agents.
3. Must be able to lift and/or carry 50 to 75 pounds and withstand exposure to temperature and humidity.
4. Must maintain personal hygiene in accordance to standards for Food Service Employees.
5. This employee must be free from infections or diseases.
Great opportunity to join a senior living community in a homelike atmosphere with Lutheran Services Carolinas and be part of a great team serving the residents in our community.
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Full-Time