Life Care Center of Westminster

Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility. Prepare and serve meals that are appetizing in both taste and appearance, and appropriate for each patient. Utilize production tools and recipes provided to prepare meals and snacks. Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients. Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours

cook

Salary Range: $16.50 – $20.11 D.O.E.

Position Summary:
The Cook prepares and serves quality meals for patients in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements:

High school graduate or equivalent
One (1) year experience in food preparation preferred
Experience in preparing and cooking food in large quantities
Specific Job Requirements:

Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Essential Functions:

Prepare and serve meals that are appetizing in both taste and appearance, and appropriate for each patient
Knowledgeable of ordered diets as well as food consistency
Ensure food and supplies for the next meal are readily available
Serve meals and snacks in a timely manner
Utilize production tools and recipes provided to prepare meals and snacks
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Assist in the evacuation of patients
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
An Equal Opportunity Employer

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