Cook - PRN (51437)

JOB TITLE: Cook

DEPARTMENT: Christopher House

POSITION SUMMARY

The Cook is responsible for providing quality food services and acting as a lead worker.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

REPORTS TO: Chief Clinical Officer

SUPERVISES: None

INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS: All comments, actions and behaviors have a direct effect on the public’s perception of Hospice Austin. Interactions with patients, family members, physicians, referral sources, visitors, co-workers, etc. must be in a manner that is courteous, respectful, cooperative and professional. This behavior should promote an atmosphere of teamwork and positive relations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follows established dietary policies and procedures; keeps kitchen clean in compliance with regulations.
• Inspects food inventory on regular basis and disposes of out-of-date items.
• Prepares meals according to room service orders; delivers meals within the policy timeframe; completes paperwork related to meals served.
• Washes dishes and cleans up after meal preparation.
• Maintains daily, weekly & monthly cleaning logs, as well as temperature logs on refrigerator and dishwasher.
• Maintains appropriate inventories of food and beverages.
• Places orders for groceries and supplies; completes purchase orders and required paperwork.
• Ensure reports are completed and submitted to regulatory and community agencies.
• Provides training and orientation to new kitchen staff in established kitchen procedures & protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with office software, such as Microsoft office products.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in the English language.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions.
• One year food service experience, preferably in a medical or other institutional setting.
• Current City of Austin Food Service Handlers Certification Card required.