Cook - on-call

Cook

Status: PRN/on-call

Wage $21 - $28 DOE

Location: Avamere at Pacific Ridge - 3625 East B St. Tacoma, WA 98404

Responsibilities

• Serve meals that are palatable, appetizing in appearance and in accordance with established portion control procedures, on a timely basis.
• Inspect diet trays; work with the facility's dietitian and process diet changes received from Nursing Services.
• Coordinate food service with other departments.
• Ensure that food and supplies for the next meal are readily available.
• Ensure that menus are maintained and review menus prior to preparation of food.
• Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis.

Qualifications

• Experience in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred.
• Must have a Food Handler's Card.
• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Must be knowledgeable of food preparation procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.