Dietary Cook

TLC Management•Marion, IN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Come join us as a Dietary Cook at Colonial Oaks Retirement Community to make a difference! Thursday - Sunday 1pm-7pm If you are looking for a career that can make a difference, then Colonial Oaks Retirement Community is the place for you. Our work family is made up of a variety of talented and committed team members who are dedicated to making a difference in the lives they serve. Each employee contributes their unique skills and abilities with the key goal of enabling our residents to reach and maintain their highest functional abilities. Every job matters at Colonial Oaks Retirement Community. We believe in what we do and know our hands make a difference.

Requirements

Have an understanding of Dining Services procedures and practices.
Have interpersonal and managerial skills such as: The ability to follow oral, written and verbal instructions, function independently and make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language
Must be able to read recipes and menus
Have a genuine interest in seniors and a willingness to work for the best interest of the residents and facility
Have personal integrity and be able to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, government agencies and personnel.
Be able to work harmoniously with Dining Services staff and all other facility personnel
Requires judgment in prioritizing the performance of tasks, duties and responsibilities in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures
The ability to be discrete and protect the integrity of confidential information and stay within Corporate Compliance
Patience, a cheerful disposition, enthusiasm and a willingness to handle residents based on whatever maturity and physical level in which they are currently functioning
The ability to adhere to professional code of ethics
The ability to relate information concerning a resident’s condition

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required
ServSafe certified or be willing to obtain certification
At least one (1) year of experience in a similar position is preferred

Responsibilities

Preparing and serving attractive meals meeting customer expectations, while maintaining a clean, safe Dining Services environment within the guidelines of facility policies, Federal, State and other regulatory requirements.
Preparing quality food products according to standardized recipes and menus
Ensuring proper preparation, portioning and serving of foods according to standardized recipes
Maintaining and recording assigned temperatures daily
Directing and supervising Dining Aides when needed
Having food ready at the specified time and beginning meal service on time
Occasionally visiting residents in dining rooms, to gather their feedback regarding the meal served
Following temperature regulations in preparing, serving and storing foods
Cleaning food service equipment after use.
Completing other assigned cleaning, per posted department cleaning schedule
Ensuring supplies have been replenished in work areas as necessary
Sweeping and mopping floors
Being responsible for opening kitchen, if needed, turning on lights, unlocking/starting equipment
Attending and participating in in-service educational classes, department meetings and all staff in-services
Maintaining the confidentiality of all residents and their care to ensure resident rights and privacy are protected at all times
Complying with safety requirements, infection control measures, and maintaining a clean work environment