Cook (On-Call)- Mental Health 115

Main Template•Oakland, CA

8d•$22•Onsite

About The Position

Gladman is licensed as a 40-bed Mental Health Rehabilitation Center (MHRC) providing sub-acute psychiatric treatment to adults 18 and older. MISSION STATEMENT Telecare will deliver and manage excellent services and systems of care for persons with serious mental illness. POSITION OBJECTIVE The Cook is responsible for the preparation, cooking and serving of food to clients. This includes seasoning and cooking meat, fish, vegetables, soups, salads and desserts. Shifts Available:â¯ [Fill in the shifts here]â¯ Expected starting wage is $21.94.â¯Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges.â¯ The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed.â¯ Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

Requirements

Two (2) years of experience in food production and knowledge of therapeutic diets is required.
High School graduation or a G.E.D. equivalent is required.
Experience in the use of institutional kitchen equipment such as steam tables, stoves, refrigerators and freezers is crucial.
The ability to read, write and speak English is essential, as is the willingness to work with disabled adults.
Applicant must be finger printed and receive clearance from Criminal Justice Department.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a health care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Reviews menus, work orders and recipes to determine the type and quantity of meals necessary to prepare.
Participates in and supervises the following food preparation activities: washing, trimming, cooking and seasoning.
Directs the collection and assembly of food items from storage areas during the food preparation process.
Prepares food for special therapeutic diets.
Receives and monitors food deliveries against requisitions and invoices.
Takes active steps to avoid food waste.
Directly supervises the dietary staff in the use, care and maintenance of equipment, food storage, housekeeping and safety standards in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.
Ensures that the cleaning and maintenance program is consistently adhered to.
Participates as a team member and provides input via reporting observations, concerns and asking appropriate questions.
Confers and collaborates with the Dietary Supervisor regarding both regular and modified diet preparation.
Demonstrates knowledge of Professional Assault Response Training (PART) principles and uses PART concepts to manage aggressive behavior.
Demonstrates knowledge and proper use of equipment and supplies.
Plans and facilitates cooking schedules in order to ensure that food is ready at the specified time.
Demonstrates a good rapport and cooperative working relationships with all members of the team; responds to co-workers with concern and promotes group morale.
Continually focuses on assigned tasks and seeks and implements improvements as necessary.
Understands and demonstrates the safety program in all activities.
Monitors food items, storage rooms, refrigerators and other equipment to ensure that appropriate sanitary conditions are consistently adhered to.
Practices universal precautions at all times.
Demonstrates a knowledge of Telecare’s customers including clients/clients, families and governmental agencies in all interactions and conduct.
Acts in a professional manner, always demonstrating respect and understanding of the community and neighborhood when representing Telecare in the community.
Completes and follows through with tasks and assignments, meeting expected deadlines.
Understands and demonstrates knowledge of all policies associated with attendance.
Attends all assigned in-service education classes.
Always dresses appropriately and professionally.