QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:
Ability to perform essential function satisfactorily
Previous cooking experience
Ability to prepare food that is nutritionally balanced, attractive and delicious
Complete orientation required by company policy
Complete health screening and TB test within two weeks of employment
Ability to pass mandatory drug test upon hire
Ability to pass a criminal background check
Become familiar with and comply to all local, state, and federal regulations relating to the job
Must have a current Food Handler's Permit
Be willing to work holidays and weekends
Be flexible and willing to cover shifts for other employees, shift work will be required
Ability to perform duties in a timely fashion, and within the prescribed sequences and schedules
Ability to perform assigned tasks with a minimum of supervision and develop awareness for and a willingness to perform other tasks, as needed, without supervision
Ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices
Experience working with geriatric patients is preferred
DUTIES INCLUDE:
Ensure safety precautions, life safety and infection control policies and procedures are followed
Prepare food as assigned and assist cook as needed, assuring food is handled and stored using proper procedures
Gain knowledge of diets and menus
Serve meals, clear the main dining room and wipe tables
Wash dishes and equipment and thoroughly clean work area
Make sure tray preparation follows prescribed menus and resident likes and dislikes are honored when possible
Prepare and distribute snacks to the nursing department as needed
Stock store room and bring stock out as needed
Take out trash; sweep and mop floors in main dining room, kitchen, and pantry; wipe pantry shelves; scrub baseboards and walls as needed; clean appliances, equipment, freezers, etc; always leave kitchen clean and orderly
Invite and arrange for families to eat with their related resident periodically
Clean and sanitize all carts, wash and put away dishes, and take out garbage and recycling
Show courtesy and respect to other employees, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, the general public, etc.
Abide by drug and alcohol policy
Maintain good personal hygiene and dress and groom appropriately, this includes wearing a hair net
Report on time as scheduled and follow all company policies and procedures
Attend staff meetings and in-service sessions
Become thoroughly familiar with emergency procedures
Follow all established safety precautions when operating equipment, and report hazardous and defective equipment or conditions to your supervisor
Cooperate with other departments and be courteous and respectful in dealing with them at all times
Participate in and respond professionally to surveys (inspections) conducted by government agencies
Respect all resident rights, including the confidentiality of resident care information
Report immediately to the Administrator and to the proper legal authorities if you have reason to believe a resident has been physically, emotionally, or sexually abused or been a victim of theft of their personal property
Ensure that food preparation and service is in accordance with accepted state and administrative policies and within budgetary allowances
Follow all established safety procedures and precautions when operating equipment, and report hazardous and defective equipment or conditions to your supervisor
Full-time position.$14.00 - $16.00 per hour, depending on experience. Benefits include: 401(k) and matching, dental insurance, health insurance, life insurance, and vision insurance.To apply for this position, submit a COMPANY application to Job Service.The required application is available in TRAY 16 at Glendive Job S rvice. An electronic copy of the application materials are available, to have them emailed to you please send a request to GlendiveJSC@mt.gov or call 406-377-3314 ext 0.
