Cook

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Trinity (FL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Trinity, FL is seeking a dedicated culinary staff member to enhance the dining experience for residents and visitors. The role involves food preparation, kitchen management, and ensuring a safe and dignified atmosphere. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a high school diploma. This position requires physical stamina and the ability to follow safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand simple instructions.
• Must frequently lift/move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food according to the established menu.
• Oversees proper food handling and utilization of all foods.
• Coordinates work of culinary assistants.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Sunflower Springs at Trinity - Trinity, FL

Salary Range: $16.00 Hourly

Description

Summary: Responsible for enhancing and improving the SRIM Management experience specifically in Artful Dining for residents, families, and visitors. Demonstrates and promotes SRMMG’s core value of the Golden Rule—treating others as you would like to be treated. Prepares and cooks a variety of foods for residents, families, and visitors. Oversees the work of other food service staff involved in cooking, performing the following duties.

Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Prepares all food according to the established menu.
2. Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of food following standardized recipes.
3. Assumes responsibility for total kitchen operations and handles all situations in the kitchen according to established policies and procedures.
4. Follows departmental procedures including sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules.
5. Cleans all food service equipment, kitchen, and food storage areas daily.
6. Prepares suggestions for menu or recipe changes that adhere to dietician guidelines to utilize surplus foods and supplies.
7. Oversees proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality, and reduce costs.
8. Supports a dignified and caring atmosphere for residents, families, visitors, and staff.
9. Responds promptly and courteously to residents' and family members' requests for assistance.
10. Communicates effectively in a language each resident understands.
11. Maintains a safe and secure environment, free of objects or situations that could cause harm or falls.
12. Practices good body mechanics and safe working habits.
13. Reports safety hazards immediately to supervisor.
14. Follows established policies and procedures in emergency situations.
15. Works as a team with other staff and management to accomplish work tasks.
16. Demonstrates a positive and respectful attitude towards work, policies, residents, families, visitors, and colleagues.
17. Adheres to attendance and call-off policies.
18. Attends and participates in trainings, in-services, and mandatory meetings.
19. Wears clean, appropriate attire as per dress code.
20. Refrains from discussing resident care issues with families and visitors; refers inquiries to supervisor.
21. Complies with HIPAA regulations.
22. May assist in training new dining services employees.
23. Takes initiative, seeks additional information, and offers solutions without prompting.
24. Handles special projects or duties outside regular responsibilities.
25. Coordinates work of culinary assistants.
26. Performs other reasonable duties as assigned.

*Essential Functions

Qualifications

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Language Ability: Ability to read and understand simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.

Reasoning Ability: Apply common sense to carry out detailed or simple instructions. Deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Education/Experience: High school diploma or GED; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Demands: Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, reach, talk, and hear. Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and taste or smell. Occasionally required to sit and balance. Must frequently lift/move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment: Occasionally exposed to bloodborne pathogens. Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.