Dietary- Cook

Senior Housing Options, Inc; Friendly (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in senior housing is seeking a Cook to support the dietary department in assisted living facilities. The role involves preparing and serving nutritious meals, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Ideal candidates will have culinary training and experience in a kitchen environment, particularly with elderly or disabled populations.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years prior working experience in a kitchen environment required.
• Prior working experience cooking and serving meals to an elderly and/or disabled population preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English fluently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals in accordance with the dietary menu.
• Serve food to residents while maintaining a safe and sanitary dining experience.
• Assist in inventory, receiving, and storage of food supplies.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary training

Job description

Description

Cook Friday-Tuesday 3pm to 7pm

Summary/Objective:

The Cook will support the day-to-day operations within the dietary department for our Assisted Living facilities. Role and responsibilities: To prepare and serve appealing, appetizing and nourishing food to residents while maintaining a safe and sanitary dining experience in compliance with Assisted Living regulations and SHO policies.

Essential Functions:

· Prepares and cooks meals in accordance with the dietary menu, and documents any required substitutions

· Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance

· May prepare alternate menu selections for residents who require special accommodations

· May assist in the preparation, set-up and cleaning for all meals and snacks including special meals, meetings and parties

· Clear dining room, wash and put away dishes and cookware following each meal and snack

· Complete daily and periodic cleaning duties per schedule ensuring the kitchen is clean in accordance with regulations and SHO policies

· As feasible fulfill resident requests for special food/snacks during and between meals

· Serve food to residents in accordance with portion control procedures

· Assists in inventory, receiving and storage food supplies

· Consistently acts to promote teamwork in providing the best possible dietary service to our residents with a focus on health and wellness

· May provide on the job training and orientation programs for new dietary employees

· Always follows dietary policies and procedures

· All staff in food services must be trained in the following within 30 days:

§ Safe Food Preparation and Storage

§ Food and Culture

§ Promoting Successful Nutrition

§ Proper Handwashing

· Promotes a safe working environment by inspecting all equipment before use

· Reports any accident/incident or hazards for employees or residents that occur in the kitchen or dining, no matter how insignificant

· Follow established infection control and universal precaution policies and procedures, as needed

· Adhere to all resident rights, including, privacy, confidentiality, and treating residents with dignity and respect at all times

· Perform other duties as assigned

Work Environment:

· May be exposed to heat/cold temperatures in kitchen/storage area

· May be required to lift, push, pull and move equipment, supplies in excess of fifty pounds.

· Standing for long periods, sitting and walking intermittently

· Subject to falls, burns, odors, throughout the work day and the risk of injury from physical requirements of the job

Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions including HIV and Hepatitis B viruses

Requirements

Competencies:

· Commitment to fulfilling the mission of Senior Housing Options, Inc. to provide safe, comfortable housing for seniors and people with disabilities

· Maintain a professional demeanor and respond with urgency

· Understanding of discretion needed in handling confidential information

· Self-directed, accountable for results and proactive; independent problem solver

· Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing, including the ability to provide non-

technical assistance in a simple, straightforward manner

· Demonstrate sensitivity to the concerns of residents and a commitment to dealing fairly with all

· Friendly, professional demeanor, positive disposition, tactful, patience and high ethical character even while dealing with difficult or upset residents

· Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; attention to detail

· Driving is not permitted nor required of this position

· Medication administration to residents is strictly prohibited

Education and Experience:

· High school diploma or equivalent required; culinary training preferred

· 2-3 years prior working experience in a kitchen environment required

· Prior working experience cooking and serving meals to an elderly and/or disabled population preferred

· Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language fluently, and communicate verbally and in writing at a professional level

Expected Hours of Work:

This role may be full-time, part-time or on-call. Shifts are available 24 hours a day, seven (7) days per week. May be called during off hours to respond to emergency or unusual situations.