Cook

Position Summary

The Cook performs designated work and cleaning routines for the Dietary Department, preparing meals correctly and timely, supervising staff, and is accountable to the Dietary Manager.

• The Cook works under the direction of the Dietary Manager.
• Preparing and portioning hot and cold menu items according to proper menu and recipe as noted on the production sheet counts.
• Serving resident meals according to the correct meal service times.
• Coverage for any staff members who call out due to illness.
• Assure all correct food and equipment temperatures are being recorded by meal.
• Daily resident and facility employee interaction to assure residents are satisfied and being provided correctly.
• Maintain highest standard of sanitation as required by the state Department of Health regulations.
• Practice a clean, safe work environment.
• Willing to work flexible work hours.
• Track inventory and communicate to the Dietary Manager any low supplies or place orders for needed items.
• Label, wrap and date all unused food items in the correct areas.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Support and follow Pollak Innovation Management and facility Policies and Procedures.
• Assure staff is clocking in on time as per their schedule.
• Discipline staff not completing their job assignments correctly.
• Conduct daily huddle meetings for staff communication and direction.

• High School or Culinary Tech Graduate.
• Ability to read, understand and follow recipes, production sheet counts, diet orders, tray tickets and all employee work responsibilities and flows.
• Understanding of computer software system for resident information and preferences after training.
• Must be Serve Safe Certified or able to earn within the first 90 days of starting.

• $500.00 SIGN ON BONUS (issued after 90 days of employment). Bonus forfeited if terminated for any reason.

• COVID Vaccine is required.