Cook – Per Diem (As Needed)

Saint Joseph Villa•Springfield Township, PA

12h

About The Position

The Cook prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards and the Villa’s policies and procedures to ensure quality food service. The role includes preparing and serving meals, completing food preparation for upcoming meals, maintaining safe and clean work and storage areas, and supporting special meals and other assigned duties. The Cook is also expected to follow organizational privacy, security, compliance, and regulatory requirements and to demonstrate the Villa’s standards of teamwork, respect, hospitality, communication, responsibility, and compassionate service.

Requirements

Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
Current SERVSAFE certification or successful completion of a sanitation course within the past year.
Current food handler’s card and other certifications required by applicable federal, state, or local law.
At least two years of hospital, institutional, or restaurant cooking experience, including food preparation.
Previous commercial food preparation experience.
Knowledge and ability to safely and effectively operate standard foodservice equipment.
Skills in adaptability, decision-making, customer service, oral communication, planning, problem solving, teamwork, budget development, self-motivation, maintaining a high energy level, and multitasking.
Ability to lift or carry up to 30 pounds.
Ability to frequently kneel, stoop, crouch, reach, and bend; move or lift supplies or equipment; and handle and push residents.
Ability to communicate verbally and to read, see, and write, including visual acuity and field and color vision for reading written communications.
Ability to write legibly.
Eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity to perform Cook duties.
Ability to move the neck for motions associated with operating a vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in hotel or institutional food preparation.

Responsibilities

Prepare meals on time according to planned menus and safe procedures.
Prepare hot food that is palatable and appetizing in appearance.
Consult production sheets to determine quantities to prepare.
Follow approved recipes and make only authorized substitutions.
Serve food according to portion-control procedures.
Replenish food on the tray line and in the Dining Room as needed.
Complete pre-preparation of food items for the next day’s meals.
Ensure food and supplies are available for the next day’s meals.
Cover, label, and date foods placed in storage.
Help maintain clean and properly arranged food storage areas.
Complete daily cleaning assignments and routinely maintain clean, safe work areas.
Assist with food preparation and service for special meals.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager.
Follow organizational privacy and security policies in compliance with HIPAA.
Complete annual compliance and HIPAA training and comply with the Code of Compliance.
Follow organizational Compliance Program policies and report possible concerns promptly.
Follow applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
Support coworkers, adapt to changes in work assignments, participate in team meetings, and include others in decisions that affect them.
Treat residents, families, coworkers, and others with respect, kindness, courtesy, and hospitality while maintaining privacy and confidentiality.
Communicate attentively and respectfully, share important information appropriately, and work with others to address concerns.
Respond to residents’ needs promptly, engage with family members, and provide timely feedback to people who express concerns.