WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Works in well-lighted/ventilated areas.
- Moves intermittently during working hours.
- Is subject to frequent interruptions.
- Maybe involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc.,
- Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, etc.
- Works beyond normal duty hours, on weekends, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary.
- Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post disaster, etc.).
- Attends and participates in continuing educational programs.
- Is subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, etc., throughout the work day, as well as reactions from dust, disinfectants and other air contaminants.
- Is subject to sudden temperature changes in kitchen/storage area.
- Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.
- May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.
- Exposure to hot and cold water.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Must possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent or previous food service experience.
- Three to one (1) years dietary experience in a supervisory capacity in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred but not required.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
- Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Must be able to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
- Must be knowledgeable of dietary practices and procedures.
- Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
- Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment and the appearance of dietary service areas.
- Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.
- Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into current cook practices with manager approval.
- Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
- Must follow dietary uniform standards.
- Must be able to handle prolonged standing, bending, and turning.
- Must be able to handle repetitive motion.
- Must be 18 years old or older.
- Must be able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: (With or without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)
- Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.
- Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.
- Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
- Must possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
- Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with the residents, personnel, and support agencies.
- Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination.
- Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility.
- Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 40 pounds to a minimum height of 4 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 6 feet. Stock personnel may be required to lift cases up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to taste and smell food to determine quality and palatability.
- May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
