What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook position at Dial Senior Living?

Dial is the place to love the way you work. Our team members get the opportunity to serve and learn from some of the most knowledgeable seniors. Our residents will become your family as we seek to infuse happiness into the lives of those we serve daily. You will make a difference at Dial by not only adding years to resident's lives, but life to their years.

Perks & Benefits

Birthday & anniversary PTO
Tuition Assistance
Double pay on holidays
PTO accrual on DAY 1
Referral Bonus
Free meal during shift (Up to $260 savings)
Loyalty Incentive
Employee Recognition Program
Discounts through Verizon and AT&T
Pay Advance Program
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance including Dental and Vision
Basic Term Life/AD&D
401K
Flexible Spending Account for Dependent Care

Position Summary: Prepare food to provide nutrition and variety to residents.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Prepare food daily, as outlined on the weekly menu plan.
Alter or adapt recipes to accommodate special dining needs of residents or to improve recipes. Recipes should be prepared with little or no added sodium.
Ensure attractive presentation of food on the plate before serving.
Maintain portion control to meet budgetary requirements.
Identify food and supplies needed for the next week’s menus and report to the supervisor.
Maintain a clean, orderly and safe kitchen environment.
Ensure proper handling, labeling and storage of food for infection control.
Prepare meats for storage and portion control upon delivery. Ensure proper storage of all delivered foods and ingredients.
Coordinate and participate in serving food.
Notify manager of malfunctioning equipment or appliances.
Work with a team to ensure efficient operation of the facility.
Report any concerns of the resident’s well-being to the Executive Director or supervisor.
Encourage and invite residents to participate in the food service program and activities.
Attend scheduled staff and in-service meetings, as required.
Report any on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs.
Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, community operations and personnel.
Other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, And Other Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Experience with commercial cooking or domestic cooking with large groups

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

Practice safety in working with and around kitchen equipment.
Promote teamwork in providing services to residents.
State food-handling and kitchen regulations
Operation of kitchen appliances (dishwasher, garbage disposal, microwave, coffee maker, ice machine, blender, food processor, meat slicer, mixer, etc.) and office equipment (photocopier, telephone)

Preferred Qualifications