Cook - Memory Care Community

Job Summary

This position assists the Dining Services Director in preparing appealing, nutritious, heart-healthy, tasteful and fresh meals for residents, prospective residents, families and guests in a 72 Bed Memory Care Community. Job Duties : Essential Functions Support the mission, vision, and culture of the organization through positive communication and leadership.

Contribute to Community relationships by demonstrating cooperation and professional conduct with residents, families, fellow associates, physicians, pharmacies and other vendors or persons. Contribute to team effort by being flexible in work assignments; by furnishing support; by taking initiative; and by understanding how this position affects and compliments all other Community positions.

Able to maintain work pace appropriate to given work load. Perform activities on schedule while maintaining regular attendance and punctuality within specified tolerance. Prepare salads, bake desserts, and complete menu meals on time and without the direct supervision of the Dining Services Director. Reads, interprets and follows production sheets.

Safely operate all kitchen equipment and dishwashing machine. Clean and sanitize ovens, grill, work space, and cooking utensils. Check food orders delivered against invoice. Be available for weekend coverage and on-call situations assigned on a rotating basis.

Qualifications

At least 18 years of age. Must have had their required health screening, TB clearance, and criminal record clearance. Speak, read, and understand the English language. Read and follow instructions, recipe books, menus, and food labels correctly. Demonstrate a positive attitude and the ability to work well with all people, particularly the elderly.

Demonstrate willingness to help other staff when needed. May be required to hold valid First Aid Certification.