Experienced Cook

Valley Care Management•Luray, VA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary: prepare meal for resident, family member, guest, and staff, following designated menus, in a manner that optimized nutrition and enhances the dining experience. Consistently uphold the principles, service standards, philosophy and mission

Requirements

Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
Strong customer orientation to older adults
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Positive attitude, enthusiasm and energy
Ability to read , write, comprehend and follow direction in a recipe
Prior dining service experience in high column setting
Previous experience working in a senior living environment

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent certificate

Responsibilities

Routinely interact with residents to determine and enhance their satisfaction with the meal program
Ensure an attractive presentation of food on each plate
Prepare meals according to the daily menu plan and/or as directed by Kitchen Manager
Serve meal and beverages on times according to meal times. Not early. Not late.
Adjust or adapt recipes to accommodate specific dietary needs, when possible
Monitor and adhere to portion control standards
Prepare meals in accordance with sanitary regulation and facility policies and procedures
Adhere to all proper handling, labeling, and storage protocols for all foods
Properly document meal intakes and fluid intakes
Identify and communicate resident dislike and likes with kitchen manage
Assist in keeping noise levels down during meal times
Wash, dry, and put away all dishes
Restock items that are running low or out
Accommodate sick meals to resident in the dining or bedrooms
Clean dinging room floor and tables after each meal
Clean kitchen before leaving shift
Stock Resident refrigerator and storage bens daily
Participate in and attend all required in-services training sessions
Report to administrator refusal and zero percentages of meal intakes
Communicate any staff or resident issues with the kitchen manage and administrator
All other duties assigned
Assist in ensuring compliance with State and Local Regulations
Assist Dietician and kitchen manager in developing new menu items and recipes and ordering
Assist in appropriately interacting with residents, family members and other guest
Assist all other departments with other duties as needed and/or assigned by Kitchen Manager or Administrator
Respond to resident emergencies; provide first-aid assistance and arrange for appropriate medical attention and follow-up
Practice safety in working around and with equipment, chemicals, tools, and utensils
No horse playing or agitating resident
Always call residents by their proper name Ex. Mr. or Mrs. (last name) Dawson or Mrs. Betty (first name, if requested.) Do not reference residents as Nana, Granny, Papa, or other pet names.
Maintain professional relationships with all employees - no arguing
Maintain good hygiene and a professional appearance
Contribute to resident satisfaction by ensuring that customer’s expectations are met or exceeded
Maintain efficient and appropriate communication with residents, family members and guest
Contribute to marketing efforts through appropriate interaction with prospective resident and guest