| Location | Norton, Massachusetts |
| Salary | $22–$24 Per Hour |
POSITION: CookSUPERVISOR: Chef ManagerLOCATION: Norton, MAFLSA STATUS: Per Diem, Non-Exempt
Compensation: $22-$24/hourly DOE
Position Overview:• The Daggett-Crandall-Newcomb Home (DCN) is a residential community for elders needing • supportive services to manage the activities of daily living. The Home, which is located on five • acres of conservation land in Norton, provides three meals daily to its residents, and seeks a • Second Cook to assist the Chef Manager in daily food production for DCN residents. The • Second Cook may also serve as Dietary Aide as required. The Second Cook is responsible to • work with the dietary team to maintain a clean and sanitary work environment, keep equipment • in good running order and ensure that adequate supplies are available at all times. It is also the • responsibility of this position to assume the duties of the Chef Manager in her/his absence. All • positions in the dietary department require periodic weekend and holiday work.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:- Sensitivity to issues of aging, needs of dementia residents, those under hospice care, diverse populations and those with specific dietary needs- Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills- Ability to be flexible with work assignments, other departments and schedule changes- Ability to follow written and spoken directions in English- Ability to work as a team player, promoting good relations with other managers, co-workers, families, and residents- Experience working in elder care facilities preferred
SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS:- Graduate of a trade or culinary school preferred- Experience with customer-oriented food preparation, baking, food presentation- Experience in maintaining and operating all food service equipment- Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing- Ability to exercise sound judgment under pressure- ServeSafe qualified
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:- Prepare meals and snacks for residents timely, providing nutritious and good quality food • with attractive presentation.- Serve as Dietary Aide when needed, as directed by the Chef Manager.- Understand and ensure specific therapeutic dietary needs of residents are followed- Work closely with Chef Manager, consulting Dietitian and Nursing staff to ensure nutritional • meals are designed and prepared for all residents and to maintain therapeutic diets and other • special needs diets as prescribed. - Follow all procedures to meet state and local health regulations.- Report for all shifts on a timely basis.- In the absence of the Chef Manager, oversee operation of Dietary Department including food • preparation, purchasing supplies, supervising staff.- Monitor dietary staff schedule and assist in covering absences of dietary staff.- Maintain all food service equipment, keeping it sanitary, safe and in good working order.- Work with Chef Manager to develop and maintain four cycle menu schedule and ensure• adherence to the scheduled menu.- Assist in training, supervision and evaluations. - Participate in Therapeutic Recreation activities, including cooking-related programs.- Ensure organization and cleanliness of all dietary storage areas including kitchen, basement • and pantries.- Maintain stocking of dishes, utensils, juices, condiments, snacks, supplies on a daily basis.- Educate all dietary staff and program staff as appropriate in food handling techniques and • safety with equipment.- Monitor safe food handling techniques on a regular basis and ensure food safety.- Ensure immediate and safe storage of leftover food after all meals.- Communicate with Chef Manager on a regular basis any information, issues or concerns • affecting the Dietary Department, employees or food service delivery.- Perform other duties as assigned or requested from time to time by Chef Manager or other • department managers.
Functional Qualifications:Standing: 66% to 95% of the time
Walking: 66% to 95% of the time
Balancing: 34% to 66% of the time
Stooping: 34% to 66% of the time.Kneeling: 34% to 66% of the time.
Crouching: 34% to 66% of the time.Reaching/working overhead: 34% to 66% of the time Climbing: 34% to 66% of the time
Pushing: 34% to 66% of the time 10-20 pounds Pulling: 34% to 66% of the time 10-20 poundsLifting/carrying: 34% to 66% of the time 20-30 pounds