Cook

Position Summary

Ensures efficient, timely, and friendly service to all residents and staff. Maintains proper sanitation and safety procedures and high quality food preparation and presentation. Orders, receives, and rotates stock in conjunction with the Food Service Director. Reads and follows recipes to ensure consistency of the product. Prepares and serves food items for breakfast, lunch or dinner as assigned. Assists with meeting or exceeding resident dining expectations. Is knowledgeable in food preparation techniques and presentation. Other relevant duties may be required or assigned by Supervisor.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Ensures the CAPLICO Core Values and Code of Conduct are adhered to at all times.
• Ensures compliance with Resident Rights and HIPAA policies at all times.
• Prepares, cooks, and presents meals on time to satisfy residents’ needs. Knowledge of special dietary needs of residents and the required meal prep techniques.
• Maintains high standards of sanitation and cleanliness in keeping with facility requirements and state regulations.
• Breaks down and cleans all food preparation equipment after it is used.
• Completes and maintains temperature sheets, production sheets, and daily/weekly/monthly cleaning charts.
• Assists with food supply ordering as directed.
• Practices time management and multitasking in order to prepare and serve meals in a timely manner.
• Ensures quality of food at all times. Ensures food is cooked to correct temperatures and served at correct temperatures.
• Ensures all food prep is completed for the following day’s menu.
• Handles knives on a regular basis and follows appropriate safety measures.
• Demonstrates skill in plate presentation and portion control.
• Gives input on new menu items and recipes.
• Attends and participates in designated meetings and trainings.
• May perform other duties as assigned by the Food Service Director.

Supervisory Responsibility

• None