Cook Assist

LAPEER COUNTY MEDICAL CARE FACILITY•Mayfield Township, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves assisting in the preparation of food for meals, ensuring quality and safety standards are met. The Cook Assist will work closely with the Food Service Director and/or Dietary Supervisors, preparing menu items, maintaining proper food temperatures, and keeping records of food usage. The position also includes cleaning the work area, preparing for the next day's meals, and potentially training new employees. A key aspect of the role is ensuring food is served and held at the correct temperature and consistency, and taking corrective action for temperatures in the “Danger Zone.”

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent preferred but not required
Thorough knowledge of the application of quantity food preparation, techniques, and practices
Thorough knowledge of kitchen sanitation, personal hygiene, food handling, and storage practices
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Must be able to read, follow oral directions and write legibly
Must be honest, trustworthy and possess tolerance for all individuals
Must be able to communicate with other departments
Must have good physical and mental health. You will fill out an employee health history
Must be able to work with little or no supervision
Able to work with employees, residents, families, physicians, therapists, and consultants
Able to handle multiple tasks with interruptions
Must have a pleasant personality and good telephone skills

Nice To Haves

ServSafe Certification preferred (post hire)
Knowledge of therapeutic diets

Responsibilities

Confers with Food Service Director and/or Dietary Supervisors about the preparation of food for meals and assists in estimating quantities needed
Prepares foods listed on menus using safe food handling methods
Responsible for taste and quality of finished product
Assures that food is served and held at the proper time, correct temperature, and consistency
Makes advance preparation for the next day as directed by Food Service Director/Dietary Supervisor
Assists in the training of new employees
Keeps records of daily food usage and notifies supervisor of supply needs when appropriate
Cleans own work area
Prepares and serves meals in PODs and dining room
Records food temperatures prior to meal service
Takes corrective action for temperatures in the “Danger Zone” and notifies supervisor