Position Purpose: Through the development of a strong personal relationship, provide an atmosphere that promotes comfort, safety, a sense of well-being and above all, dignity in life while providing excellent dining services that exceed customer expectations.
Expectations and Responsibilities: You are a part of a highly-respected team of skilled and caring people who are committed to making quality service a way of life. Your daily efforts and dedication will help us remain a premier provider of long-term care services. Everything you do in your role as Cook should reflect the mission, vision and values of Vetter Health Services.
Personal Qualifications: Cooks have a strong desire to relate to and work with the elderly. They possess high personal integrity, a caring attitude and portray a positive image. Cooks find fulfillment in building personal relationships and providing excellent dining services. They are committed to doing whatever it takes to enhance the dignity in people’s lives.
Professional Qualifications: Cooks have the ability to understand and interpret recipes. Cooks are able to understand written directions, and the dangers that come with working with the necessary chemicals, equipment and supplies in the dietary department.
Physical Requirements: Cooks understand the physical demands their jobs require and realize they need to:
* pass a physical exam.
* lift, stir, push, pull and move food, equipment, supplies, etc.
* lift a maximum of fifty (50) pounds occasionally each work day.
* lift thirty (30) pounds consistently.
* be able to move and stretch in such a way as to be able to reach areas above their head and below their waist.
* go up and down stairs.
* bend, stoop and twist almost constantly throughout the day.
* tolerate heat, steam, and food smells.
* taste and smell foods to assure the quality of the item.
* see and read well enough to read recipes, written directions, check food items in the oven, etc.
* hear well enough to hear the timers, buzzers, etc., and to converse with the residents and families when they have questions, etc.
* remain active and on their feet for up to four (4) hours at a time.
* walk and transport food, equipment, supplies, etc., to other areas of the facility.
Key Result Areas:
· Consistently uses the Vetter Health Services Mission, Vision and Values to guide everyday decisions and actions.
· Demonstrate a consistently positive, respectful and constructive attitude with both residents and staff.
· Demonstrate initiative, active problem solving and a continual desire to improve customer service.
· Provide quality dietary services, including food service, programs and activities that meet the needs of residents and guests.
· Create and maintain an environment which allows each resident to adjust to their limitations and recognize the dignity and worth of each individual.
· Participate in in-service educational classes and meetings directed at improving your ability to meet the needs of the residents.
· Maintain and follow established safety precautions and infection control procedures when performing day-to-day responsibilities.
· Know, understand and perform responsibilities that meet regulatory and company standards.
· Serve as an effective teacher, model, and consultant for other staff.
· Be a reliable and positive member of the facility’s team.
· Create a cooperative working relationship with other departments.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Restaurant type:
Shift:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Restaurant experience: 1 year (Required)
- Cooking: 1 year (Required)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple locations