Cook's Helper

ApplyJob TypeFull-timeDescriptionFairhaven Christian Retirement CenterJOB DESCRIPTIONPrimary Function: Assists in meal preparation and food service. Responsible for general housekeeping of the kitchen and washing of dishes, pots and pans.Essential Functions:Assists cooks in preparing meals and preparation activities for the next day's meals.Transports and dishes up breakfast and dinner to residents in Harbor East.Supplies cooks with adequate clean pots, pans and utensils.Washes pots and pans and helps with other dish washing.Sweeps and mops kitchen floors and all storage areas.Cleans and re-organizes food stock and supplies.Checks off and initials cleaning checklist at end of shiftParticipates in creating an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity, cleanliness, safety and well-being of each resident.Safeguards privacy and confidentiality of all resident health care information which includes complying with all HIPAA regulations.Acts as a customer service representative and public relations ambassador for Fairhaven with residents, families, vendors, volunteers and other visitors.Interacts positively with all residents at all times creating an atmosphere which promotes a homelike environment.Maintains, cares for and safely uses supplies and equipment effectively and efficiently per Fairhaven policies and procedures.Maintains sanitary conditions; follows infection control and waste management procedures as they relate to this position.Reports incidents of abuse, neglect or a violation of the resident's rights immediatelyCompletes all in-service training requirements in a timely mannerCompletes all duties and tasks as assigned.Essential Qualifications & Requirements:Type of work and characteristics of duties require:Physical condition allowing for normal Kitchen duties including but not limited to; lifting (up to 50 pounds), bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, grabbing, pushing, pulling, standing or walking an entire shift, use of arms and hands with dexterity, ability to read and understand directions.Ability to communicate in a friendly manner to residents and coworkers in English.Ability to show warmth, love and compassion to make residents feel comfortableDependability and punctualityComfort in working in a Christian Retirement Center environment.Adherence to all regulations specified in the Fairhaven employee handbook, procedures and policy documents.Other Duties:Identifies improvements to processes and recommend changes to management.Identifies safety hazards and emergency situations and report.Assists the immediate supervisor with various administrative tasks to support department operations as directed.Performs tasks which are supportive in nature to the essential functions of the job but which may be altered or redesigned depending upon individual circumstances.Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.Experience & Education or Skills Required:* Previous experience not necessaryWorking Conditions:Kitchen and dining areasExposed to steam, hot water, food and hot equipmentIndividual duties within a team environmentFairhaven approved uniform must be wornTypical health care facility exposure when working with the elderly resident including potential injury or infection.RequirementsSee job descriptionSalary Description$15.30-$16.00/hour