Cook

Cook at Our Lady of Rickenbach Health Care At OLR we have Benedictine Sisters plus staff we cook for on a daily basis.

Responsible to:

Kitchen Manager

Job Summary:

Prepares meals according to meal plan for sister residents of Our Lady of Rickenbach Health Care Center.

Essential Functions:

Prepares special diets for special needs: pureed, diabetic, renal, low sodium, and other medically specified diets.

Keeps Kitchen Manager informed of groceries and supplies needed

Prepares and serves meals to appropriate dining areas in a timely manner and attractive presentation

Demonstrates good stewardship in the responsible use of food stuff and creative use of leftovers.

Keeps dietary area clean and sanitary. Maintains kitchen equipment in clean and working order, reporting any problems to the Kitchen Manager.

Adapts to special occasions by preparing special meals and activity snacks when needed.

Assists with other duties as requested by Administrator or Kitchen Manager Requirements:

Able to stand for long hours, frequent bending, stooping

Prefer some knowledge of food preparation

Able to lift 25-50 lbs. without restrictions.

Able to adapt to emergencies or changes in day-to-day plan

Able to take instructions from the Kitchen Manager or their designee

Good time management skills

Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.