Cottage Cook - Billings, United States - St. John's United

Description

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SUMMARY:

Produces quality food for residents, staff, and guests of St. Johns United.

Prepares, seasons, cooks, fries, bakes a wide variety of meats, vegetables, soups, breakfast dishes, and other food items that meet various diet restrictions and/or menu plans, ensuring quality and quantity standards are maintained.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION:

Food Production

Collects food ingredients and supplies from storeroom as required for daily operations
Reviews production schedule and menu to determine food requirements including variety and quantity of food for preparation and to assemble supplies and equipment needed for daily cooking activities
Seasons and prepares a wide variety of foods consistent with the menu
Measures, weighs and combines ingredients for quantity preparation
Slices, grinds, and cooks meats and vegetables using a full range of cooking methods
Tests foods being cooked for quality
Ensures that food is properly stored, labeled and dated.
Prepares and bakes simple baked goods
Assists with meal preparation for special events/holidays
Prepares meals in accordance with special diet statements
Maintains cleanliness with Kitchen, Dining, and Common areas of the Cottage


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION:

Kitchen sanitation and safety

Maintains clean work areas, utensils, and equipment
Practices appropriate sanitation and safety techniques in accord with Serv Safe
Obtains Serv Safe Certification within 6 months of employment
Practices appropriate knife and equipment safety at all times
Performs daily and weekly cleaning duties as assigned
Deep cleans Kitchen, Dining, Food Storage (including refrigerators/freezers), and Common area at least 2 times per month
Disposes of spoiled and/or outdated food
Protects equipment, utensils, food, and other items of inventory from contamination, spoilage, and pilferage
Maintains production records, food temperature logs, menus, and other record keeping
Attends to day to day problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies, including minor repairs to equipment or reporting equipment needs to supervisor


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION:

Resident Care (required)

Assist with getting residents to the dining area when needed
Assists with feeding when needed


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION:

Resident Care (preferred)

Provides effective, timely, and quality health care assistance and related support for residents of the Assisted and Independent Living Facilities
If certified as a CNA, must maintain certification and continued education on resident care related issues


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION:

Safety

Obeys safety rules of St Johns United
Identifies, reports, and/or corrects obvious safety hazards
Attends mandatory safety in-services
Utilizes proper body mechanics when stocking supplies or carrying items


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION:

Mission/Customer Service

Supports the growth and actively engages in the Eden Alternative philosophy, including a work environment with plants and animals
Follows the St Johns Guidelines for Customer Service
*Let the Mission be your guide
*Make eye contact and smile
*Greet & welcome each and every person
*Seek out personal contact
*Provide immediate service-listen & act
*Use appropriate body language at all times
*Be gracious to each & every person


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION:

Employee Responsibilities

Follows policy and procedures on annual TB testing
Follows policy and procedures on annual influenza vaccinations
Attends all mandatory in-services
Complies with all certification and training requirements
Performs other duties as assigned by the person in charge of area where work is being done
Requirements:


REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Requirements:

High School diploma or GED preferred. Prior experience cooking in a kitchen/restaurant/food service setting required. Certification of St. Johns feeding program, and transfer training within first 3 months of employment.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required:

Ability to safely operate and maintain kitchen equipment, including mixers, ovens, toasters, fryers, grills, blenders, slicers, etc
Ability to understand diet statements, recipes and menus
Ability to understand written and verbal communication
Ability to communicate and interact effectively in a professional manner
Ability to work independently and in a team
Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects
Ability to prepare and bake a variety of foods
Skill in cooking and preparing a variety of foods
Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards
Skill in organization, coordinating, and time management
Ability to understand and follow safety policies and procedures
Ability to perform basic arithmetic computation, and adjust recipes


PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Requires moderate physical work more than 70% of the time, including lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally, standing, carrying, lifting, walking, and bending for prolonged periods of time.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work involves some exposure to extreme temperatures, dirt, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises
Work involves minimal exposure to hazards, bloodborne pathogens, or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions
Normal health care and food service environment
Work involves exposure to plants and animals within the environment

The examples of essential job functions identify the major duties and requirements for the performance of this job and do not identify all duties, responsibilities and requirements performed by positions in this class.