Cook/Dietary Aide

SENIOR HOUSING MANAGERS GROUP•Lebanon, OR

1d•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for preparation and direct dietary services of foods to residents/ consumers under the direction and supervision of the Dietary Manager. The position will provide direct dietary services to residents/consumers within the community. Generally, to be a part of a team effort for the overall effective operations to dining services.

Requirements

Strong people skills are required.
Ability to understand English both written and spoken.
Must have sufficient communication and language skills to perform duties, and communicate with residents, other staff, family members, and health care professionals, as needed.
Obtain or possess up-to-date CPR (including abdominal thrust) and First Aid certification directed by state and agency guidelines for healthcare settings.
Obtain or possess up-to-date Food Handler Certification as directed by state guidelines.
Satisfactory background check including criminal history, and employment verification for the position held.
A current state food handler’s card is mandatory
current driver’s license is mandatory

Nice To Haves

A background in restaurant food service is preferred.
Knowledge of food handling, serving procedures, and experience in customer service is also preferred.
current ServeSafe Certificate is preferred, but not mandatory.
High School diploma or equivalent preferred
Proven experience with food service in a similar setting, preferably in an assisted living facility or healthcare setting.
Experience in a health care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Must be willing to follow standards and procedures set forth by the Dietary Manager.
Knowledge of proper sanitation procedures for successful practice
A high level of energy
Good communication skills
Good motivational skills
Strong organization skills
Be a team builder
Have general knowledge of dietary systems
Participates in a team approach to resident / consumer being cognizant of and responsive to the needs of that resident / consumer
Acts as a resource person for staff regarding dietary / dining related concerns/issues
Recognizes an on-going responsibility to work for the continuing improvement in the overall functioning of his/her specific area of Dietary / Dining and makes appropriate suggestions in this regard
Participates in Quality Assurance activities as requested
Attends a regular supervisory meeting with Management which includes staffing issues, troubleshooting, and dietary review
Participates in staff training and education
Performs clean-up duties as needed for each meal service
Uses equipment and materials carefully, and in a safe manner, following correct operation and cleaning procedures
Reports all repair and maintenance needs to the supervisor
Performs other duties as assigned
Employees in this position must successfully pass all governmental and corporate required background investigations, such as, but not limited to, state required criminal history clearance investigations.