Forest Manor Health and Rehab is seeking a Cook. The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

SUMMARY: Prepares palatable, nourishing, well-balanced meals to meet the daily nutritional and special dietary needs for each resident.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Handles, stores, and disposes of raw and prepared food items in accordance with company and facility procedures and in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Follows production schedules and standardized recipes that correspond to the menu cycles developed by Registered Dietitians.
• Prepares food alternatives to accommodate resident choices.
• Maintains food service equipment and workspaces in a clean and safe condition at all times according to facility policies and procedures and applicable regulations.
• Responsible for opening and/or closing the kitchen.

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. One-year experience as a cook in an institutional food service setting preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: May be designated as Lead for Food Service Aides in absence of Manager and Assistant Food Services Manager. May assist in completing annual evaluations for potential merit increases for direct reports.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT: Working in an institutional kitchen environment, employee may be required to sit, bend, stoop, see, talk, and hear. May occasionally lift or move items of up to 50 pounds. Employee is occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. In compliance with applicable law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Opportunity to work in a supportive team environment.
• Potential for merit increases based on performance.
• Compliance with safety and health regulations.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One-year experience as a cook in an institutional food service setting preferred.
• Ability to handle, store, and dispose of food items properly.
• Knowledge of production schedules and standardized recipes.
• Capability to maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.