Cook

Aydencareoregon; Oregon, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ayden Healthcare of Oregon is seeking a Cook for our Long-Term Care Facility. The role involves preparing and serving meals per menu and recipes, while complying with state and local regulations.

Ideal candidates have at least one year of related experience, knowledge of food handling regulations, and the ability to adhere to high standards of cleanliness and safety in a busy kitchen. Regular attendance is required.

Qualifications

• At least one year of applicable experience preferred.
• Current knowledge of state and federal regulations related to food handling and service.
• Must be capable of regular attendance.
• Must meet local health regulations including background check and references.
• Serv Safe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily meals according to the menu and regulatory requirements.
• Manage portion control and ensure proper meal preparation for individuals.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Maintain kitchen safety and infection control principles.
• Communicate effectively with residents, family, facility staff and external parties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Regular attendance

Job description

Ayden Healthcare of Oregon is currently seeking a Cook for our Long-Term Care Facility

General Summary of Work of the Cook:

Works under the direction and supervision of the Director of Culinary Services, in the preparation, serving and storage of meals in accordance with printed menus, standardized recipes, special dietary requirements and state/federal and local regulations.

Principle Tasks of the Cook:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Preparation of daily meals according to menu plan, and in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Able to manage portion control,ensuringproper preparation of select foods to meet individual need
• Demonstrates close attention to detail
• Demonstrates organizational skills
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of regulatory requirements as related to food preparation, serving, delivery and storage
• Demonstrates competency with maintaining kitchen safety and infection control principles
• Able to communicate appropriately with a diverse group of individuals including residents, family members,facility staff and persons from outside the organization

QUALIFICATIONSof the Cook:

• At least one year of applicable experience is preferred
• Current knowledge of job-related state and federal regulations
• Must be capable of regular attendance
• Must meet all local health regulations, including criminal background investigation and reference inquiry
• Serv Safe Certification preferred
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation