Cook - Fulltime (87896)

DescriptionPrimary Responsibilities

The Cook ensures that the resident meals are properly prepared and apportioned according to the resident’s diet specifications, facility procedures, and prescribed dietary and sanitary regulations.

Essential Functions

Prepared food items on assigned/scheduled menus
Maintains sanitation of equipment and utensils, work area, storage, area, and serving area
Follow proper food handling procedures

QualificationsEducational/Training Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Licensing Requirements

Texas Food Handler Certificate is preferred

Experience Requirements

Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and hygienic methods
Knowledge of Universal Precautions and rules that govern hazardous waste
Previous experience in skilled nursing facility is preferred
Ability to follow oral and written directions

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative but not necessary all inclusive, of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to effectively communicate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Action
Rarely
Occasionally
Frequently

Lifting - 1-25 lbs

X

Lifting - 25-50 lbs

X

Lifting - 50+ lbs

X

Carrying - 1-25 lbs

X

Carrying - 25-50 lbs

X

Carrying - 50+ lbs

X

Pushing/Pulling - 1-25 lbs

X

Pushing/Pulling - 25-50 lbs

X

Pushing/Pulling - 50+ lbs

X

Sliding/Transferring - 1-25 lbs
X

Sliding/Transferring - 25-50 lbs
X

Sliding/Transferring - 50+ lbs
X

Standing

X

Sitting
X

Walking

X

Speaking

X

Driving
X

Balancing/Climbing
X

Stooping/Kneeling

X

Crouching/Crawling
X

Reaching

X

Hearing/Listening

X

Seeing

X

Turning/Twisting/Leaning

X