Cook

Eisenhower Center; Michigan; On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Eisenhower Center in Michigan seeks a kitchen/dietary aide to prep and serve meals for residents and staff, and to assist with daily kitchen tasks and nutritional support. Training is provided; experience with elderly residents is preferred but not required.

Must be reliable, able to lift up to 50 pounds, and pass a background check. Flexible schedule includes weekends and some holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Safe Serve Certification required.
• Experience with the elderly, CMH or TBI residents preferred (1 year).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals to residents and staff.
• Follow pre-planned menus to meet caloric needs.
• Follow safety and food handling procedures and regulations.
• Complete tasks in a timely manner and assist with dietary needs.
• Provide nutritional supplements as directed by the RD.
• Perform daily/weekly kitchen cleaning (refrigerators, freezers, surfaces).
• Assist with breakfast and lunch service and beverage distribution.
• Track inventory and place weekly orders for food and supplies.
• Receive and store food following FIFO procedures.
• Label and store all food per health standards.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

High school diploma or equivalent

Safe Serve Certification

Job description

Job Description

Duties include prepping and preparing food, drinks and desserts, setting up meal trays, serving meals in the dining room, washing dishes and general cleaning. Experience preferred but not required. We are willing to train someone with a good work ethic and desire to learn. Must love to work with residents in an adult foster care facility!
This position requires a flexible schedule and the desire to learn and excel at various dietary positions. Must be willing to work weekends (typically every other weekend at minimum) and some Holidays.
Must be able to pass a Criminal Background check. Competitive wages, benefits, and must have reliable transportation and good attendance.

Role and Responsibilities

Prepare and serve meals to all residents and employees
Follow pre-planned menu to provide nutritious meals that meet each residents’ caloric needs
Follows special diet plans to ensure safety for residents
Follows all safety and food handling procedures and regulations
Complete all tasks in a timely manner
Provide nutritional supplements to participants as recommended by the registered dietitian.
Perform daily and weekly cleaning of kitchen areas, including refrigerators, freezers, and serving surfaces.
Assist with breakfast and lunch service, setting up beverage carts and distributing drinks.
Track and manage kitchen inventory, placing weekly orders for food and supplies.
Conduct weekly inventory of nutritional supplements and ensure stock orders are placed as needed.
Receive and store food and supplies, following the FIFO (First In, First Out) method.
Ensure all food is properly labeled and stored in accordance with health and safety standards.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
Safe Serve Certification
High school diploma or equivalent required.
A minimum of one year of experience working with the elderly, CMH or TBI residents, is preferred.

Additional Notes

Strong organizational and communication skills.
Must demonstrate competency in performing specific job functions, including dietary and nutritional support.
Ability to work independently and make decisions when necessary.
Must work well in a team environment and have the ability to manage relationships with participants, families, and colleagues.
Basic computer skills are preferred.
Ability to move throughout the workday and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform cleaning tasks, assist with evacuations, and handle potentially infectious materials.
Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and car insurance.
Perform additional duties as required.