- Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination.
Cook - Southwestern Health Services - West Mifflin, United States - ISH Dining Services
Description
DEPARTMENT: Food Service
REPORTS TO: Food Service Director
POSITION SUMMARY:
**Full Time and Part Time Available
RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:
•Responsible for preparing and cooking a wide variety of foods for residents.
•He/she prepares food according to recipes and plans cooking schedules to meet mealtime schedules. In addition, the Cook performs related duties and cleaning duties, as assigned.
•Directs other food service employees in the absence of the Food Service Director.
•Handles and prepares food in accordance with sanitary regulations;
•Prepares palatable and appetizing meals, as prescribed for the residents.
•Meets required meal schedules;
•Properly cares for dietary equipment and production sheets;
•Follows menus and special diet instructions;
•Communicates freely with the Food Service Director;
•Cooperates with other food service staff and facility personnel;
•Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights;
•As a condition of employment, complete all assigned training and skills competency.
•Performs other duties as requested.
ANNUAL HEALTH REQUIREMENTS:
•Must provide annual verification of a negative TB skin test.
•Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.