Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Position Description : Forefront Living is looking for a Cook at the community in Coppell, TX. Our mission is to come together and make each moment matter for those we serve. The Forefront Living family is looking for individuals who want to be a part of our team and help continue our mission.

With a shared legacy in business and healthcare innovation, our family of care-oriented organizations blends values built on compassion and faith with high-quality senior care - long-term care, Alzheimer's and memory care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation therapies, hospice, and palliative care.POSITION SUMMARY :

As a Cook are responsible for providing a pleasurable dining experience for customers by preparing high quality food. As well as managing all aspects of food preparation and production in an environment that meets sanitation guidelines. Duties can range from preparing ingredients to be cooked, to being responsible for grilling all foods.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

\tModels a service attitude towards others, takes ownership in solving problems and takes the initiative to make things better, is friendly and courteous to residents, patients and co-workers.

\tEnsure resident, patient, visitor, and co-worker safety by remaining aware of and reporting any new or existing safety hazards.

Maintain good attendance record; arrive at work timely and conform to scheduled work hours

Perform all job duties safely

Wear appropriate and assigned protective gear, i.e. apron, hair nets

Ability to follow opening and closing procedures

Maintain standards of cleanliness, i.e. washing hands and food

Prepare and cook resident meals in quantities and diet plans (i.e. therapeutic, puree) according to menu, recipes and number of persons served; be sure alternates are prepared

Pull items needed according to production sheets and recipes for meal service.

Clean work area and equipment (i.e. ovens, steamers, tilt sink, food warmers) in accordance with sanitation requirements

Final check of area to be sure it is clean, and all items are stored correctly, correcting any problems

Taste, smell, and observe food to ensure conformity with recipes and appearance

Comply with standards established by department manager

Monitor portion control guidelines for individual residents

Follow posted Timeline Guides for Cooks, as assigned by department manager, according to your shift

Perform other similar duties as assigned by Chef

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

\tHigh school diploma or equivalent

\t2-3 years of cooking experience, banquet cooking experience a plus.

\tPrevious supervisory experience is a plus

COMPETENCIES : \tProblem solvingthe individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully\tOral communicationthe individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, demonstrates group presentation skills and conducts productive meetings\tLeadershipthe individual inspires and motivates others to perform well and accepts feedback from others, possesses political savvy and is a team player

\tQuality managementthe individual looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness

\tJudgmentthe individual displays willingness to make decisions, exhibits sound and accurate judgment, and makes timely decisions

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

\tAbility to prepare meals in accordance with written menu, approved recipes and special diet requirements

\tAbility to understand recipes

\tAbility to read, write and effectively communicate in English

\tAbility to perform work tasks within the Physical Demand Requirements

\tAbility to comply with the Resident Bill of Rights and the Employee Responsibilities

\tAbility to comply with organizational and departmental safety policies and procedures

\tAbility to perform Essential Duties

\tGenuine caring for and interest in the care of seniors, including those with cognitive deficits.

\tAbility to read, write and effectively communicate in English

\tAbility to work independently; able to establish priorities and deadlines

\tAbility to adjust to changing conditions, frequent demands and stressful situations

\tAbility to organize work flow and document timely and accurately

\tAbility to acquire new knowledge to perform additional or more difficult tasks

\tAbility to maintain a positive, stable disposition in performing, working in association with staff and residents

\tAbility to maintain a high level of performance in an environment of frequent demands and changes

\tAbility to work effectively as part of a healthcare team, to share information freely, to use and seek supervision and consultation verbally and in writing, and to be able to follow both verbal and written instructions

\tAbility to comply with organizational and departmental safety policies and procedures

\tAbility to perform work tasks within the Physical Demand Requirements as outlined below

\tAbility to comply with the Resident Bill of Rights and Employee Responsibilities

\tAbility to communicate with all levels of teammates and provide exceptional customer service.

\tAbility to maintain strict confidentiality; able to handle confidential information and use good judgement when making decisions

\tAbility to perform work tasks within the Physical Demand Requirements

\tAbility to comply with the Resident Bill of Rights and the Employee Responsibilities.

\tAbility to comply with organizational and departmental safety policies and procedures.