Cook

Job Description – Cook

• Reports to the Director Dietary and Administrator
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including every other weekend; reliable transportation a must
• Hours will fluctuate; must be reliable and on time
• Must be a team player
• Able to cook from scratch, follow established recipes, will be preparing food for 60+ residents, three meals per day
• 3+ years of food preparation, baking and cooking, demonstrated experience required
• High School diploma/GED required / 18 years of age required
• Must have a valid Food Handlers and Cook permit from the State of Nebraska

Any other responsibilities and assignments as required and requested. Must follow all requirements as noted in the employee manual and duties as assigned by the administrator.

This position is responsible for preparing and serving meals so that a positive impression is made for the Waterford Communities through artistic presentation of delicious and nutritious meals. This position requires a professional appearance and demeanor. Our cook must be conscientious toward work, display a positive attitude, and be loyal and supportive of this company’s policies and procedures. This position requires interaction with staff/residents in a professional, non‑discriminatory manner.

• Cook and work unsupervised
• Maintain a clean working environment according to food codes and regulations; supervise dishwashers
• Prepare three complete meals a day for 60+ people
• Prepare all aspects of all three meals – entrees, meat, potatoes, vegetables, soup, sandwiches, salads, breads, desserts, etc.
• Cook and bake from scratch – follow recipes
• Assist Prep Cook/Line Cook as necessary

• Strong organizational skills
• Have the knowledge to implement appetizing plate presentation
• Be willing to learn new recipes and follow the daily/weekly/monthly dietary menu
• Be professional and have good customer service skills with co‑workers, residents, and visitors
• Be a team player who is willing to perform any task required to ensure the residents' needs are fulfilled

• Includes, but not limited to, mixer, steamer, dishwasher, convection oven, grill, burners of stove, steam table, food processor, food slicer, commercial toaster, knives, food preparation and serving tools

• Physical stamina required for bending, stooping, lifting, walking, and standing for long periods of time; must be able to lift 50 pounds from the floor to table height

Indoor work in well‑lighted and ventilated surroundings. Stands and walks with intermittent sitting during the working shift. Possibility of sprains/strains due to lifting heavy foods and equipment, minor cuts and burns from machines and chemicals, and may be walking on wet slippery surface, so must be knowledgeable of and follow all safety procedures to prevent injury to self and others. Must be aware of and follow infection control procedures and universal precautions.

Uniform must comply with the Waterford’s dress code policies.

Must follow all requirements as noted in the employee manual and duties as assigned by the administrator.