Cook-Fairland-Pt- Tutwiler

Job Details:
Level: Entry
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Job Location:

Tutwiler, MS
• Position Type:
Part Time
• Education Level: High School

• Responsible for the preparation and serving of three balanced meals per day for residents and staff of the residential facility and other programs as instructed.
• Responsible for communicating inventory needs and maintenance problems and needs to the designated staff member in a timely manner.

• Keep food preparation, serving and storage area neat and clean, according to standards of Public Health Department and the Department of Mental Health.
• Prepare complete, accurate, and timely reports as required.
• Order food and supplies as necessary and allowable within annual budget and as approved by Supervisor/Manager/Coordinator and Finance and Accounting Office.
• Assist with inventory of all food and food supply items when necessary.
• Provide emergency backup for weekday cook, as needed.
• Treat individuals receiving services, family members, staff, volunteers, visitors, government agencies, and the general public with respect, dignity, and courtesy at all times. Conduct yourself in a manner which leaves a favorable impression with the public.
• Cooperate with your Supervisor/Manager/Coordinator and other Life Help Staff members in a manner which insures program efficiency and maximum benefit of services for all program participants.
• Adhere to all Department of Mental Health Standards, Division of Medicaid Standards, and maintain respect for all other Life Help policies, procedures, and management decisions.
• Respect and uphold the confidentiality of individuals receiving services, their family members, colleagues, and any sensitive situations arising within the agency. Refrain from malicious gossip at all times.
• Participate in all training required for your specific position and by the agency at large.
• Perform other specific duties as assigned by your Supervisor/Manager/Coordinator.
• May be subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, including TB, AIDS, Hepatitis and may be subject to emotionally upset and hostile individuals, family members, etc.

• High School Diploma/GED and one year's related experience
• Valid Driver's License