REQUIREMENTS:
· Must be able to speak and follow oral directions.
· Must be able to read/write Standard English.
· Must have desirable writing skills.
· Must be able to cooperate and work well with fellow employees.
· Must have some knowledge of modified diets.
· Requires some knowledge of cooking.
· May be required to have Food Handler's Certificate.
· Willingness to perform simple/ repetitive tasks.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Stands and walks short distances most of the working day.
- Able to lift 50-60 lbs. as needed.
- Reaches, lifts, carry, and stack dishes, glassware, and/or pots and pans as needed.
- Pushes carts.
- Able to handle kitchen equipment of standard height and design for use in any duties assigned.
- Able to bend, stoop, squat, and twist numerous times daily.
- Able to mop.
- Mental acuity high enough to adequately perform job requirements.
- Able to see and hear adequately in order to respond to auditory and visual requests from patients as well as communicate with staff.
- Must be alert and work safely and cautiously to avoid cuts and burns while working with kitchen equipment and to avoid falls while working on or near wet and slippery floors.
- Works in a well-lighted, noisy room. May also work in atmosphere that is warm, moist, and odorous.
- Must be able to withstand heat while working around stoves and ovens; is able to withstand cold while working in refrigerated or deep freeze areas. Plus, withstands changes in temperature when going in and out of refrigerated or freezer areas.
- No medical problems such as brittle diabetes, uncontrolled seizures, etc. , which would endanger self or others if such should occur while in the Dietary Department or during patient contact.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
Work setting:
- Long term care
- Nursing home
Work Location: In person