Cook

Lake Forest Senior Living at Mountain Home - The primary purpose of your position is to prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations with our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Food Services Director, to assure that quality food service is provided at all times.Food Service• Prepare meals in accordance with planned menus.• Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.• Prepare food for therapeutic diets in accordance with planned menus.• Prepare food in accordance with standardized recipes and special diet orders.• Prepare and provide bedtime snacks.• Be sure that appropriate equipment and utensils are provided with the resident's meal tray.• Prepare and serve substitute foods to residents who refuse foods served.• Assist in serving meals and on a timely basis.• Make only authorized food substitutions.• Assist in food preparation for special meals, for parties, etc.Education• High School diploma or equivalency preferredExperience• One (1) year food experience in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred (but not necessary).Skills and General Requirements• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.• Must be able to understand the English language.• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.• Must be knowledgeable of food procedures.• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, the appearance of work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties.• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing food practices.This position is in our Assisted Living facility. This is a full time position (32-40 hours per week) with a comprehensive benefits plan.