Dietary Cook - ALF- Douglas
On-siteDouglas, Wyoming, United States or Douglas, Munster, Ireland
Job Summary
Prepare meals in accordance with planned menus, therapeutic diets, and special diet orders while adhering to federal, state, and local standards. Review menus prior to preparation, process diet changes from Nursing Services, and serve meals using standardized portion control and recipes. Assist in establishing the food service production line, maintain adequate stock levels, and ensure all utensils and equipment are provided for resident trays. Complete administrative requirements, including forms and reports, and maintain clean food storage and work areas. Treat residents with dignity, follow infection control policies, and report any abuse, neglect, or policy violations immediately to supervisors.
Required Qualifications
- Current/ Active Food Handlers Permit
- Must be 18 years of age
- Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language
- Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
- Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public
- Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff
- Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace
- Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday
- Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases
- Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary
- Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations
- Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position
- Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities
- Must be knowledgeable of food services practices and procedures
- Must be able to taste and smell food to determine quality and palatability
- Must be able to follow oral and written instructions
- Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties
- Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position
- Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday
Desired Qualifications
- High school diploma preferred
- One (1) year dietary/food service experience in a supervisory capacity in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred (but not necessary)
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