COOK HOUSEKEEPER

Avow Hospice

31d•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Prepares food according to regulations and Avow standards by performing the following duties. Special meal accommodations will be provided. Essential Job Functions: Order food and kitchen supplies from supplier Check in and place food and supply delivers in proper storage areas. Prepare food according to recipes and directions. Prepare and prep food for the week to maintain consistency. Communicate with other kitchen staff as to what has been prepped for them to serve. Adjusts thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, and grills. Prepare food and plate for serving. Assures food is served at proper temperature and presented according to regulations and Avow standards. Keep all food labled correctly and placed in the correct order in the refrigerator and freezer at all times. Keep family kitchens and the nurses stations supplied with drinks and snacks with the correct labels. Must be able to bake cookies, muffins, brownies, etc. Keep all kitchen equipment, floors, mats, walls, ceilings, ad vents clean. Maintain readiness at all times for inspection. Make sure all equipment is in working order, if not, notify supervisor and put in a ticket to have it fixed. Must be willing to be cross-trained in other departments if needed. All other duties as assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must demonstrate competency in each of Avow’s core values listed below and be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Core Values: Innovation: We embrace change and are always looking at creative ways to solve problems and serve new populations. Integrity: We are honest, hardworking, fiscally responsible professionals driven solely by the well-being of our patients, their loved ones, and the communities we serve. Collaboration: We know we cannot achieve everything we want without working hand-in-hand with each other, with our healthcare partners, and with the community. Celebration: We believe in the importance of celebrating life and relationships. Education: We believe it is important not only to serve the community but to educate community members about our services and the role we can play at the end of life.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Computer skills including database software and general knowledge of e-mail/Outlook.
Ability to check patient menus on the computer.
Process inventory or ordering supplies if needed.
Communication skills of reading, writing, and speaking in English.
Math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages/fractions.
Current Florida driver’s license.
Must have ServSafe Food Managers Certification or obtain certification within 90 Days.
Must have Food Handlers Certification within 60 Days.

Responsibilities

Order food and kitchen supplies from supplier
Check in and place food and supply delivers in proper storage areas.
Prepare food according to recipes and directions.
Prepare and prep food for the week to maintain consistency.
Communicate with other kitchen staff as to what has been prepped for them to serve.
Adjusts thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, and grills.
Prepare food and plate for serving.
Assures food is served at proper temperature and presented according to regulations and Avow standards.
Keep all food labled correctly and placed in the correct order in the refrigerator and freezer at all times.
Keep family kitchens and the nurses stations supplied with drinks and snacks with the correct labels.
Must be able to bake cookies, muffins, brownies, etc.
Keep all kitchen equipment, floors, mats, walls, ceilings, ad vents clean.
Maintain readiness at all times for inspection.
Make sure all equipment is in working order, if not, notify supervisor and put in a ticket to have it fixed.
Must be willing to be cross-trained in other departments if needed.
All other duties as assigned.