Cook

Required Education and Qualifications

• 2 plus years of experience cooking in a commercial kitchen.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Prior Skilled Nursing facility experience preferred.
• Food Handlers Certification required

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing resident service in the area of meals, floor stock, nourishment and food preferences.
• Handles food according to all government guidelines and is aware of minimum standards for a quality food service operation.
• Labeling and stocking all ingredients on easily accessible shelves.
• Washing, chopping and sorting ingredients like fruits, vegetables and meats.
• Measuring quantities of seasonings and other cooking ingredients.
• Often switches between multiple jobs to assist the kitchen staff as needed.
• Assists by cleaning off kitchen surfaces, mopping floors and placing clean utensils and dishes back in the appropriate places.
• Adheres to standard recipes and menus set forth by Sayre Christian Village.
• Adheres and maintains Sayre Christian Village and the Food and Nutrition policies and procedures.
• Interacts with employees and residents in a friendly and courteous manner.
• Comply with state and federal regulations and with HIPAA Security Policies and Procedures.
• Responsible for providing a variety of food based on nutritional needs for residents.
• Responsible for maintaining all necessary food items.
• Record temperatures on the daily temperatures log.
• Ability to follow directions and daily menus.
• Assist in meal service as needed.
• Knowledge and understanding of accident protocol.
• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Ability to work collaboratively with residents and Nursing Home employees as needed.
• Must obtain a thorough knowledge of cafeterias, kitchens, kitchen supplies, freezers, and residents’ rooms and needs.

Additional Assigned Tasks

*Treats all residents with dignity and respect.  Promotes and protects all residents’ rights.

*Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures.  Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.

*Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.

*Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.

*Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel.  Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR

Personal Skills and Traits Desired/ Physical Requirements

• Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to exercise judgement.
• Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations.
• Resourcefulness.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Positive attitude.
• Ability to be organized and efficient.
• Basic computer skills.

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

• Knowledge and understanding of accident protocol.
• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Ability to work collaboratively with residents and Nursing Home employees as needed.
• Must obtain a thorough knowledge of cafeterias, kitchens, kitchen supplies, freezers, and residents’ rooms and needs.