Cook

Sunny Glen Children's Home Job Description 

Job Title: Cook 

Supervisor:  Head Cook 

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

Prepared by: Human Resources Department  

Summary 

Is responsible for cooking meals and food service for patients as well as retail and catering.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items strictly adhering to Sunny Glen recipes and designated production quantities as written on the “Daily Production Sheet.”
• Must have a properly calibrated thermometer.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area throughout the day and follow departmental cleaning, sanitation, and closing procedures.
• Label and date all food items. Break down all cardboard boxes and discard them.
• Assist management in any way that is conducive to the successful and efficient operation of the Kitchen.
• Work the serving line and maintain proper portion control.
• Adheres to the Facility’s Emergency Preparedness Program, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and other mandatory programs in the Facility as appropriate.
• Adheres to Facility’s Policies and Procedures including the confidentiality and Patient’s Rights Policies as outlined in the Facility’s Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Competencies - To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Continuous Learning - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.

• Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits the ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.

• Use of Technology - Demonstrates required skills; adapts to new technologies; troubleshoots technological problems; uses technology to increase productivity; keeps technical skills up to date.

• Problem-Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.