Cook

Quest Healthcare Development; Jeannette (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

William Penn Senior Suites in Jeannette, PA is seeking a Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents in an apartment-style assisted living facility. You will ensure dietary needs are met, maintain a clean kitchen, and work with the dietitian to implement changes.

The role requires flexibility, teamwork, and the ability to follow safety procedures while supporting residents and staff in a caring environment.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 8th grade education.
• Ability to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must be able to move and lift up to 25 pounds as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals in accordance with planned menus and dietary orders.
• Inspect diet trays to ensure correct diet is served to residents.
• Coordinate food service with other departments as necessary.
• Work with the facility's dietitian to implement recommended changes.
• Ensure all food procedures follow established policies.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen and equipment.
• Assist in inventorying and storing incoming food and supplies.
• Recommend equipment and supply needs to the Director of Food Services.
• Make only authorized food substitutions.
• Assist in food preparation for special meals and events.

Skills

Food preparation

Large-quantity cooking

Reading/Writing English

Interpersonal skills

Following instructions

Safety awareness

Education

8th grade education

Job description

Job Title: Cook
Job Location: Jeannette, PA
Company Name: William Penn Senior Suites
Organization Name: William Penn Senior Suites

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Cook to join our team at William Penn Senior Suites, an apartment-style assisted living facility that provides the perfect balance of freedom and safety for your loved one. As a Cook, you will be responsible for preparing delicious and nutritious meals for our residents, while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare meals in accordance with planned menus and special diet orders

• Inspect special diet trays to ensure correct diet is served to residents

• Coordinate food service with other departments as necessary

• Work with the facility's dietitian to implement recommended changes as required

• Ensure that all food procedures are followed in accordance with established policies

• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, including equipment and supplies

• Assist in inventorying and storing in-coming food, supplies, etc.

• Recommend equipment and supply needs to the Director of Food Services

• Make only authorized food substitutions

• Assist in food preparation for special meals, parties, etc.

Safety and Sanitation:

• Monitor personnel to ensure they are following established safety regulations

• Ensure established departmental policies and procedures are followed

• Maintain a clean and safe, and sanitary kitchen environment

• Ensure personnel wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies when lifting or moving residents

Requirements:

• Must possess a minimum of an 8th grade education

• Must be able to cook a variety of food in large quantities

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public

• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions

• Must not pose a threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday

• Must be able to function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with others

• Must be willing to perform tasks that may involve exposure to the blood and/or body fluids

• Must be willing to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations

• 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.

Benefits:

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