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Cook - Mesa Vista Job Details Job Location Parachute - Parachute, CO Position Type Part Time Job Shift Day Description **Job Description**
**Position Title:** Cook
**Summary/Objective:**
The Cook will support the day-to-day operations within the dietary department for our Assisted Living facilities. This role is responsible to prepare and serve appealing, appetizing and nourishing food to the residents while maintaining a safe and sanitary dining experience in compliance with Assisted Living regulations and SHO policies.
**Essential Functions:**
* Prepares and cooks meals in accordance with the dietary menu, documents any required substitutions
* Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance
* May prepare alternate menu selections for residents who require special accommodations
* May assist in the preparation, set-up and cleaning for all meals and snacks including special meals, meetings and parties
* Clear dining room, wash and put away dishes and cookware following each meal and snack
* Complete daily and periodic cleaning duties per schedule ensuring the kitchen is clean in accordance with regulations and SHO policies
* As feasible fulfill resident requests for special food/snacks during and between meals
* Serve food to residents in accordance with portion control procedures
* Assists in inventory, receiving and storage food supplies
* Consistently acts to promote teamwork in providing the best possible dietary service to our residents with a focus on health and wellness
* May provide on the job training and orientation programs for new dietary employees
* Follows dietary policies and procedures at all times
* Promotes a safe working environment by inspecting all equipment before use
* Reports any accident/incident or hazards for employees or residents that occur in the kitchen or dining, no matter how insignificant
* Follow established infection control and universal precaution policies and procedures, as needed
* Adhere to all resident rights, including, privacy, confidentiality, and treating residents with dignity and respect at all times
* Perform other duties as assigned
**Work Environment:**
* May be exposed to heat/cold temperatures in kitchen/storage area
* May be required to lift, push, pull and move equipment, supplies in excess of fifty pounds.
* Standing for long periods, sitting and walking intermittently
* Subject to falls, burns, odors, throughout the work day and the risk of injury from physical requirements of the job
* Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions including HIV and Hepatitis B viruses ;
**Competencies:**
* Commitment to fulfilling the mission of Senior Housing Options, Inc. to provide safe, comfortable housing for seniors and people with disabilities
* Maintain a professional demeanor and respond with urgency
* Understanding of discretion needed in handling confidential information
* Self-directed, accountable for results and proactive; independent problem solver
* Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing, including the ability to provide nontechnical assistance in a simple, straightforward manner
* Demonstrate sensitivity to the concerns of residents and a commitment to dealing fairly with all
* Friendly, professional demeanor, positive disposition, tactful, patience and high ethical character even while dealing with difficult or upset residents
* Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; attention to detail
**Expected Hours of Work:**
The shift available for this position is 6:00 A.M. to 2:30 P.M., 32 hours per week.
Qualifications **Education and Experience:**
* High school diploma or equivalent required; culinary training preferred
* 2-3 years prior working experience in a kitchen environment required
* Prior working experience cooking and serving meals to an elderly and/or disabled population preferred
* Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language fluently, and communicate verbally and in writing at a professional level