Description Position Summary: The cook assists with preparing menus, inventory control, and maintains a clean or organized safe kitchen environment. This position is responsible for preparing the food in an appetizing and appealing manner. Essential Functions: • Identify and report food and supplies needed for the next week’s menus • Assist in the receiving, rotation, and storage of products • Prepare menus and cook food in accordance with nutritional guidelines, regulations, and residents’ individual prescribed diets and food preferences • Assist in fostering residents’ independence with eating by providing adaptive equipment when needed • Assist in fostering residents’ independence with eating by providing adaptive equipment when needed • Prepare food and coordinate food services for special community events when requested • Notify Dir. of Food and Beverage or any malfunctioning kitchen equipment or appliances • Ensure proper storage and handling of food in accordance with infection control standards • The ability to work in a safe and alert manner • The ability to take ownership for associate’s safety and the safety of the residents • Must disclose any medication that might impair associate’s ability to perform the job safely or competently. Non-Essential Functions: • Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant leadership • Encourages teamwork and promotes company philosophy • Attends required community meetings and participates Life Enrichment activities when able • Completes all required courses in adherence with HRA University • Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basis • Becomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent • Becomes familiar and understands the steps for fire evacuation • All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents Requirements Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements: • Must have a high school education • Experience in cooking for large groups a plus • Certified in food-preparation training preferred • Knowledge of state food-handling and kitchen regulations • Knowledge of OSHA Standards and fire and safety procedures Background Screening Requirement In all Florida Companies, this position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information regarding the Clearinghouse, disqualifying offenses, and exemption procedures, please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com