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Organization Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Promote and follow safe working practices and take necessary steps to prevent injuries.
• Comply with confidentiality policies and procedures including but not limited to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

• Attend and participate in staff meetings, conferences, staff development trainings, etc.

   

Position Responsibilities:

• Prepares and/or oversees the preparation of all food served at the Gaiser Center

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``` - Prepares client meals using portion control servings. - Prepares and cooks special modified diets when necessary, according to instructions from the nurse. - Works with the Gaiser nurse to ensure that client nutritional needs are being met and to monitor any known allergies. - Maintains recipe files and records. - Maintains accurate records for safety and sanitation relative to food service. - Maintains all kitchen equipment to ensure cleanliness and reports all operating issues to Kitchen Manager - Assist in the preparation of special menu items for special meetings, meals, banquet, and activity projects. - Monitors the taking of refrigerator/freezer temperatures. - Supervision of Clients: In order to help instill the work ethic, clients will help with meal preparations and gain: - Work experience. - Pride in achievement. - Constructive use of time. - Ability to follow directions. - Ability to work with people. - Will perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Sanitation

• Washes and cleans all cooking utensils, pots, pans, and equipment used in food preparation.
• Cleans and disinfects all work surfaces and work areas (counter tops, sink, stove)

• Cleans out all refrigerators on a regular basis.

   

Qualifications:

• Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of the Gaiser Center.
• Possess strong organizational and decision-making skills.
• At least 6 months' experience in a similar capacity.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Knowledge of menu planning
• Ability to maintain a food service inventory.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced and high-pressure work environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to accept responsibility and act independently of direct supervision.
• Experience in quantity or commercial food preparation.
• Must have knowledge and skill to meet all applicable standards for food preparation.
• Possess and exhibit high standards of personal cleanliness and hygiene

(wear clean white apron; wear hairnet/caps -- supplied by employer,).

• Knowledge of applicable sanitation and health codes.

• Must be able to work with other staff, supervisors, and suppliers,

   

Profile/Other Competencies:

• Satisfactory Criminal Background Check and Pre-employment Drug Testing

• Have a valid PA driver's license.

   

Working Conditions:

Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift to 50 pounds. Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time. Ability to work independently and as a member of a team. Responsibilities, skills and working conditions may change as needs evolve.  Extended hours may be required to meet the needs of the clients.

NOTE:  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned this job.  They are not exhaustive lists of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions associated with the job.  Additional functions may be required to meet company objectives.