Cook
POSITION SUMMARY
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Understands and respects the Mission of Gospel Living that the Sisters of St. Francis of the Holy Cross profess.
- Consistently demonstrates a professional demeanor evidenced by a cooperative and courteous manner.
- Has concern for privacy and confidentiality of all information.
- Follows planned menus and standardized procedures and recipes in preparing and cooking the main convent meals at scheduled times. Prepares baked goods. Prepares tray meals, special diet meals, and other meals as requested.
- Takes care to preserve the quality and sanitary condition of food throughout the stages of preparation, serving, and preservation.
- Takes steps to keep food waste at a minimum.
- Exercises good personal hygiene and assists in cleaning food service areas so they are clean and sanitary.
- Observes and reports unsafe or unsanitary conditions and maintenance problems to the Food Service Supervisor.
- Shows flexibility in work schedule.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Shows positive attitude towards the Food Service Department.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
- Previous cooking experience of at least three years in an institution where meals are prepared and served on-site to residents or equivalent experience.
- The ability to pass a background check and drug test required.
- Ability to determine portions, size of servings, and modify recipes to fit the number of residents.
- Ability to give, receive, and follow directions.
- Ability to work alone and/or with others.
- Ability to use standard appliances and equipment.
- Ability to approach people in a manner which creates harmony, promotes cooperation, and encourages feelings of acceptance and self-worth.
- Ability to make assessment of food based on appearance and odor.
- Ability to read small print in directions and on labels and thermometers.
- Ability to remember verbal and written instructions given at the beginning of a period, extending over long periods of time.
- Ability to lift, push, and pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Work regular hours including a weekend schedule.
- Constant walking and standing is required. Frequent bending, lifting, kneeling and squatting are also required.
- Sharp instruments and various appliances are used.
- Exposure to laundry/dish washing detergents and chemicals.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work required of this position. This is not meant to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
This is a full-time position (8-hour shift Monday to Friday, every third weekend) with benefits.
JOB TYPE: Full-time
Pay: $18.50 - $20.50 per hour
Expected hours: 10:30 am to 6:30 pm
TO APPLY
Contact Elisha Mumm at 920-884-2720