Food And Nutrition Aide/Prep Cook - Parkview
POSITION TITLE: Food and Nutrition Services Aide/Prep Cook
REPORTS TO: Food and Nutrition Services Manager
DEPARTMENT: Food and Nutrition
The primary responsibility of your job position is to provide assistance in all food functions following the current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern long term care and assisted living facilities. You are entrusted to follow established policies and procedures as directed by the Food and Nutrition Services Manager in order to assist in food preparation, serve a well-balanced meal and maintain a clean and sanitary dining hall.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist cook in preparing meals that are palatable and appetizing in accordance with established portion control procedures
Set up and deliver meal trays, food carts, etc., to designated areas
Assist in checking diet trays before distribution
Serve food in dining room as instructed
Ensure that food and supplies for the next meal are readily available
Assist in cleaning and sanitizing work areas, equipment and floors, dishes and utensils
Remove food trays from carts, dining rooms, etc
Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures
Distribute and collect menus as necessary
Prepare and deliver snacks as instructed
Carry out garbage and keep work areas clean, dry and free of hazardous equipment
Wear protective clothing and equipment when handling infectious waste and/or blood/body fluids
Adheres to dress and jewelry requirements per health code regulations
Assist/direct daily or scheduled cleaning duties in accordance with established policies and procedures
Attend and participate in facility mandatory in-service training programs as scheduled
Participate and assist in departmental studies and projects as assigned or that may become necessary
Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent resident care information including protected health information
Demonstrate a passion for caring as evidenced by interaction with co-workers, residents, families, and visitors
Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, the appearance of work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties
Assist in establishing food service production line, etc, to assure that meals are prepared on time
Prepare meals with an appetizing appearance in accordance with planned menus
Inspect special diet trays to assure the correct diet is served to the correct resident
Make only authorized food substitutions
Work with the facility’s dietician as necessary and implement recommended changes as required
Perform all other duties as requested
TALENT:
Relationship Building
Have a caring attitude and sincere interest in others
Demonstrate friendliness and enthusiasm
Build relationships with all types of people
Influencing
Communicate effectively
Executing
Self-directed
Ability to organize and prioritize
Ability to exercise judgment and display understanding
Detail oriented and follow through
Strategic Thinking
Solve problems effectively
Creative in coming up with options and variety
Curiosity and desire to learn
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Google and Microsoft operating system platforms
Administrative and clerical procedures; customer service
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Must possess, as a minimum, an 8th grade education
On-the-job training provided
JOB TRAINING:
How long it usually takes to completely perform this job when the incumbent has the minimum knowledge, skills, ability, work experience and/or education: up to 3 months
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Works in well-lighted/ventilated areas. Atmosphere is warm and noisy for cooking
Moves intermittently during working hours
Is subject to frequent interruptions
Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances
Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, etc
Communicates with the medical staff, nursing staff, and other department supervisors
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 from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the workday, as well as reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants
Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses
Maintains a liaison with other department directors to adequately plan for food services/activities
May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility
Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a mental and physical examination
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 be able to taste and smell food to determine quality and palatable
Must be able to push, pull, move, and /or lift a minimum of 50 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet
May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations
OTHER:
Proof of COVID vaccination or qualifying exemption required
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, Gender/Minority/Veterans/Disabled. No Agencies or Affiliations please!
Other details
- Pay Type Hourly
- Min Hiring Rate $17.00
- Max Hiring Rate $17.50
- Parkview, 3105 W Arkansas Ave, Denver, Colorado, United States of America