JOB TITLE: COOK

Department: Food Service/Culinary

Supervisor: Culinary Director

Status: Non-Exempt

Date: February 2020, Rev March 2021

STATEMENT OF JOB:

The Cook is responsible for the preparation and presentation of all food during an assigned shift and for supervising the kitchen staff on duty.

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide quality, nutritious meals with appropriate proportions and presentation
• Deliver meals on time
• Supervise all kitchen staff when Culinary Director is absent
• Monitor delivery, storage, inventory, and security of all food and supplies during shift. Check vendor deliveries for quality and accuracy of quantities received
• Maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen and kitchen equipment during shift
• Assist in maintenance of all necessary temperature logs (freezer, refrigerator, dishwasher) and cleaning logs
• Ensure that all kitchen staff are properly attired (with name tags) and are following proper sanitation procedures
• Attend in-service training and staff meetings as scheduled
• Listens to any complaints and responds appropriately. Refers issues to Culinary Director or Executive Director.

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Universal Responsibilities for all Staff Positions

1.

Customer Focus: Responds to customer needs in a timely and courteous manner. Treats customers with dignity and respect. Deals with confidential information appropriately.

2.

Communication: Has good listening skills. Communicates in a clear and concise manner. Keeps others informed and shares information appropriately.

3.

Problem Solving: Assesses what needs to be done and responds accordingly. Suggests solutions to problems. Makes good decisions.

4.

Teamwork: Cooperates and puts forth a good effort to achieve the work group’s goals. Offers to assist co-workers. Appreciates individual differences and is willing to accept other’s opinions.

5.

Dependability: Meets attendance and punctuality expectations. Follows responsibilities through to completion. Accepts responsibility for his/her decisions and actions.

6.

Safety: Uses proper body mechanics. Follows safety policies and procedures. Ensures that work areas are orderly, clean and free of hazards.

7.

Productivity: Completes assignments and duties in a timely manner. Prioritizes tasks and manages time well.

8.

Quality Improvement: Works to prevent errors and to improve processes and services.

9.

Interpersonal Skills: Strives to understand and accept differences among co-workers and customers. Handles conflict in a positive manner. Shows respect for the needs and feelings of others.

10.

Cost Control: Uses supplies and resources carefully and efficiently. Looks for ways to reduce costs when possible.

11.

Professional Development: Maintains current knowledge in field and licensure/certification if applicable.

Minimum Qualifications required to fulfill position responsibilities

Education: Identify below the approximate level of education needed to perform this job.

Required

Preferred

Less than high school/No Formal Education Required

X

High school Diploma/GED

Vocational/Technical Training or Associate Degree

Nursing Assistant Course

Bachelor's Degree: List -

Advanced Degree: List -

Other License/Certification/Registration: List -

Experience: Identify below the approximate level of experience needed to perform this job.

Required

Preferred

None to 1 Year

X

One to Three Years

X

Three to Five Years

Five to Ten Years

At least Ten years

Additional requirements: List position requirements not described above (e.g., computer hardware/software, other office equipment, laboratory equipment, prior supervisor experience, etc.)

Required

Preferred

Special Considerations (unique elements of this position, if any):

Physical and Mental Demands (The Americans with Disabilities Act requires employers to make reasonable accommodations for a person with a disability. This information is needed to assist Willow River in meeting these obligations.)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

(FREQUENCY BASED ON AN 8 HOUR SHIFT)

OCCASIONALLY

1-2.5 HR

FREQUENTLY 2.5-6 HR

CONTINUOUSLY

6-8 HR

STANDING

X

WALKING

X

SITTING

REACHING ABOVE SHOULDERS

X

REACHING WAIST LEVEL

X

REACHING BELOW KNEE

X

CLIMBING

LIFTING ABOVE SHOULDER - 25 MAX # LBS.

X

LIFTING WAIST LEVEL - 25 MAX # LBS.

X

LIFTING BELOW KNEE - 25 MAX # LBS.

CARRY ABOVE SHOULDER

X

CARRY WAIST LEVEL

X

CARRY BELOW KNEE

X

WRITING

PUSHING

X

HEARING

X

SQUAT/KNEELING

X

REPETITIVE ACTIONS

KEYBOARDING

DRIVING

SPEAKING

X

SEEING/VISUAL

X

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

NOISE

FUMES/GASES

X

CHEMICALS CLEANING

HEAT/COLD

HUMAN TISSUE/FLUIDS

BIOHAZARD MATERIALS

INFECTIOUS DISEASE

ANIMAL TISSUE/FLUIDS

DIRT

MOVING MACHINERY

RADIATION

LASERS

VIBRATION

WET/HUMID ENVIRONMENT

X

WORK INSIDE

WORK OUTSIDE

TELEPHONE USAGE

MENTAL DEMANDS

X

READING - ENGLISH

FREQUENT INTERUPTIONS

MULT CONCURRENT TASKS

WRITE - ENGLISH

DETAILED WORK

FREQUENT DEADLINES

IRREG WK SCHEDULE

MATH APTITUDE

ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS

SUPERVISORY SKILLS

DECISION MAKING SKILLS

X

ABILITY TO WK W/OTHERS

X

FREQ. PEOPLE CONTACT

CONCENTRATION REQ

X

ABILITY TO WK INDEPEND

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:

I acknowledge that I am able and willing to perform the above duties.

Employee Signature________________________________________

Date_______________________

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Assisted Living: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• ServSafe (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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