Cook - Sandstone Estates

We are looking for COOKS to join our stellar team!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

·         Review menus prior to preparation of food.

·         Assist in developing, implementing, and coordinating department policies, procedures, and food service manuals.

·         Interpret department policies and procedures for personnel, residents, visitors, family members, etc., as necessary.

·         Assist in planning regular and special diet menus as prescribed by the attending physician. Assure that food is available for preparation by cooks.

·         Coordinate food services with other departments as necessary.

·         Work with the facility’s dietitian and implement recommended changes as required.

·         Ensure that all food service procedures are followed in accordance with established policies

QUALIFICATIONS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

·         One (1) year of dietary/food experience in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility is preferred but not required.

·         Must be able to read, speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.

·         Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with the residents, personnel, and support agencies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

·                Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

·                Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.

·                Must be able to taste and smell food to determine quality and palatability.

·                May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

                                                Sandstone Estates 

2040 N Wilmot Rd Tucson AZ 85712

Sandstone Estates is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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