Breakfast cook part time at Appledorn Assisted Living Center North

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWe are looking for someone to join our AMAZING kitchen staff with the best hours in town at our awesome assisted living! Every other weekend breakfast cook from 6a-11:30am! Possibility of picking up 7a-9a serving during the week! Every other holiday is required. (You have the rest of the day to play!) Pay is dependent on experience, $15-$17 an hour.  Purpose of this position:The cook/server works with the chef, other cooks and servers, and kitchen employees preparing or directing meal preparation. Responsible for provision of high-quality meal service, compliance with menus, policies, procedures, and regulations in the safe handling of foods and utensils. Maintains a clean kitchen and follows safe food handling practices.  Qualifications: Experience and training in professional cooking, applicable certification. Must obtain and maintain applicable certification in food service safety and sanitation (such as ServSafe); obtain and maintain knowledge and understanding of geriatric dietary needs and concerns. Exemplary time management and organizational abilities to keep the food preparation process flowing and make sure meals are ready and served on time, at the right temperature. Minimum age 18 years.Must be able to pass the state-mandated criminal background screening and random drug testing.Essential Functions:Meal service: Preparation of all foods and beverages for meals, within guidelines of menu, policy, procedure, and regulations. Assure meals are served on time, at the proper temperaturePrepares and offers substitute items when residents decline a menu item. (as directed by the Chef)Properly completes required documentation of temperatures, foods used, etc.Assures food is served properly, at the correct temperatures, and in an appetizing manner.Resident satisfaction: assure attention is paid to resident likes and dislikes, including offering alternate selections that meet resident preferences.Assures compliance with diet orders, monitors weights and nutritional status of residents (in cooperation with the Resident Services Coordinator)Properly utilizes food, supplies, and equipment to assure minimal waste, damage, or theft.Regulatory compliance with HFA rules, HPM policies and procedures, and SERVSAFE standards for cleanliness, maintenance, and documentationGeneral Responsibilities:Be a goodwill ambassador for this living centerComply with Life Safety policies and periodic “drills”Participate in training opportunitiesWork cooperatively with others on the same shift and across shiftsReport to work as scheduledTreat all residents with dignity and respectComply with infection control protocolsCompliance with all Resident Rights including confidentialityCompliance with the guidelines stated in the Employee HandbookCompliance with the code of conduct included in the Employee handbookAll other duties as may be needed to assure the goals and obligations of this living center are metPhysical & Mental Requirements: Able to lift 50 pounds Able to stand, bend, twist, turn, stoop, squat, sit, kneel, pull, push, and walk long distances on hard surfaces, for extended periods of time.Able to perform physically repetitive work.Able to tolerate exposure to cold (including freezing) and hot (including steam) temperatures.Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with residents, co-workers, and supervisors.Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions in EnglishEmotional stability to appropriately handle staff supervision and resident care needs, including chronic illness, challenging behaviors, dementia-related issues, and death of residentsCompensation & Benefits: Hourly Wage and benefits as stated in the Employee Handbook.Eligible for a 2% increase in pay rate after 90 days of employment with a satisfactory review.Annual increase in pay rate is merit-based, as determined by a comprehensive, written performance review conducted by the supervisor and Administrator.#INDADN Heritage Property Management is committed to excellence in all we do. That includes hiring and supporting team members who share our core values. When you work with us, you’ll see first-hand how important our residents are to us, and how our six core values: Honesty, Quality, Respect, Teamwork, Potential, and Balance reflect in our everyday interactions. We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.