Come join the Oasis at Oneonta team! This role involves planning and preparing breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as special meals for events, and may also include assisting with food purchasing, inventory management, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment. Key Responsibilities of a Personal Care Home Cook:
- Meal Preparation and Execution: Prepare daily meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner, following pre-set menus and standardized recipes, adapting for residents' dietary needs and preferences (e.g., therapeutic diets, allergies, textures).
- Food Safety and Hygiene: Adhere strictly to food safety protocols, including proper food handling, storage, temperature control, and maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment and equipment.
- Inventory Management and Ordering: Monitor food supplies, assist with ordering ingredients, and manage inventory to minimize waste and ensure freshness, while controlling costs.
- Kitchen Management and Support: Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of kitchen spaces and equipment, perform dishwashing and cleaning duties, and potentially supervise or assist other kitchen staff.
- Resident Interaction and Service: May assist with serving meals, preparing and serving snacks, and potentially delivering food to residents' rooms if required.
- Compliance and Documentation: Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations, including state and local requirements, and maintain accurate records as needed.