To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform
position specific job duties at an acceptable level. Job responsibilities are completed by
following established guidelines and protocols within the appropriate time frame. An
individual will also demonstrate good skills in all forms of communication. The requirements
listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
Education and/or Experience: The ability to read, write, speak clearly and follow
written and oral instructions. Must be willing and able to make decisions when
responsible for the facility.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must successfully complete and be current in all
training requirements for training under ALF regulations with AHCA.
Other skills and Abilities: Must be aware and understand the needs of the elderly.
Must be able to accommodate and understand diets, diet orders, quantities, special
requests, how to follow recipes, and above all put some love into the cooking that is
done.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: This job position requires moderate physical demands. Duties may
include frequent walking, stooping/kneeling/bending, lifting/carrying, and pushing/pulling
during work.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Including the following but may include
other duties assigned by the supervisor.
• Cook meals according to menus.
• Meet all food nutrition guidelines when preparing foods.
• Cook foods to proper temperatures.
• Hold foods at proper temperatures.
• Cleanliness of the kitchen is your responsibility.
• When using the dishwasher, make sure the ppm is between 50-100
• Have a thorough knowledge of the food code.
• Recording of food temperatures
• Recording of Refrigerators’ and freezer temperature
• Keeping the floor swept, mopped, and sanitized.
• Meeting any special requests that the residents and we can accommodate.
• Answer phones as needed