Cook

• Full-Time 72 hours bi-weekly
• 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• 4 days per week
• Every other weekend, every other holiday
• Comes with our full benefits package

• Prepare meals in accordance with WMH policies and standards.
• Be familiar with and follow applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations.
• Review and follow menus.
• Review special diet requirements and assure accuracy.
• Process diet changes and new diets as received from Personal Care Services.
• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
• Wash dishes following each meal using a commercial dishwasher/sanitizer.
• Assist/Maintain daily and/or scheduled cleaning duties.
• Follow established infection control and universal precautions policies and procedures when performing daily tasks.
• Assure food and supplies for the next meal are readily available.
• Report all hazardous conditions/equipment to the Director of Culinary Services immediately. Keep floors dry and clean spills promptly.
• Maintain food storage areas in a clean and organized manner.
• Set and clear tables before and after mealtimes, as scheduled.
• Sweep and mop kitchen/dining room floor as scheduled.
• Take Resident meal orders for the following day as assigned.
• Maintain the overall orderliness and cleanliness of kitchen and dining room.
• Assist in food preparation for special events, parties and activities.
• Read and initial the communication log daily.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and speak the English language in an understandable manner.
• Ability to patiently, tactfully and enthusiastically deal with personnel, residents, family members, etc., to all types of situations.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Ability to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
• Must be willing to learn new methods and incorporate them into existing practices.
• Ability to complete tasks assigned for each shift and document on the daily shift check list.