Cook

St. Mary’s Villa, a proud member of Covenant Health, is a non-profit community consisting of a Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center and Personal Care Residence. We are committed to enriching the lives of our residents and supporting family members in the care of their loved ones.

We welcome residents of all faiths, races, and cultures, and since 1924, we have provided care and comfort to seniors and their families from Lackawanna County 9 including the neighboring communities of Luzerne, Monroe, Pike, and Wayne and Lackawanna counties.

Our caregivers are the heart and soul of St. Mary’s Villa Nursing Home. We are continually looking to hire the very best talent available, and we believe it is our duty to provide our people with the tools, resources, and opportunities they need to grow and achieve new milestones in their careers. Our mission and values are at the core of who we are, how we serve our seniors, and how we train and inspire our staff.

***The rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, the determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position.***

The Cook is directly responsible for the operations of the dietary area, as well as the preparation and production of meals for all residents and staff.

Handles other supervisory duties as designated.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains cafeteria operations and directs evening staff.
• Assists in preparation for and participates in trayline procedure.
• Assists with ordering and inventory control.
• Directs and supervises evening meals. Uses standardized recipes and makes food substitutions only as directed by Food Services Director.
• Operates departmental equipment in accordance with the manufacturer’s directions.
• Sets up the steam table and hot food area for trayline.
• Attends production meetings.
• Assumes responsibility for operations during his/her shift.
• Assigns, delegates, and directs staff. Demonstrates ability to appraise staff.
• Interprets nursing home policies to staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Departmental and Campus Expectations of Employees:

• Approaches people in a manner that creates harmony and promotes cooperation.
• Maintains good working relationships with peers, residents, and families.
• Expresses concerns properly without an attitude of complaining or undermining.
• Takes initiative, assesses the situation, and responds appropriately.
• Advises appropriate personnel of situations requiring follow-up or attention.
• Exercises effective time management skills and utilizes available resources effectively.
• Establishes and maintains positive interpersonal relationships that promote a willingness to work with others cooperatively and collaboratively.
• Conveys information to the appropriate persons accurately, timely, effectively, and in a manner that is clearly understood.
• Observes and practice Infection Control and Universal Precautions in accordance with St. Mary’s Villa Campus Standards.
• Utilizes equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Observes and promptly report equipment safety hazards or defective/malfunctioning equipment or supplies.
• Demonstrates knowledge of fire drills and all other emergency preparedness plans.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the Material Safety Data Sheets book.
• Adheres to the policies and procedures set forth in the Personnel Handbook.
• Adheres to Campus Organizational Integrity Model and practices St. Mary’s Villa's core values of respect, integrity, compassion, and excellence.
• Punctually starts work day and does not abuse PTO days, break time, or overtime.
• Dresses in a professional manner.
• Attends mandatory in-services and other services in order to update and enhance present knowledge and skills.
• Seeks out opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications:

Education:

High School Diploma or its equivalency. Must have the ability to read, speak, write, and follow simple oral and written directions. Must have the ability to compute simple math.

Experience:

Long-term care experience preferred. Must have knowledge of all dietary department functions, thorough knowledge of equipment, menus, food handling, meal production and service, basic nutrition, sanitation regulations, personnel management, and record keeping. Must maintain professional growth and keep abreast of the field.

Job knowledge:

Must have the ability to perform all operations pertaining to food preparation. Skill to complete duties in compliance with infection control, sanitation, and safety regulations. Must have the ability to perform supervisory duties. Must have the ability to incorporate creativity into food promotions. Must have good organizational skills.

Physical Demands:

On feet most of the work day. Prolonged standing and walking short distances most of the work day. Repeated bending, stooping, pushing and pulling movements, lifting and moving bulky supplies and equipment.

Special Demands:

Working in close quarters with others. Faced with the pressure of meeting meal schedules. Must be able to cooperate and work with supervisors and other employees. Excellent attendance is required due to the responsibility and demands of the position. Must understand that we are a 24 hour/7 day a week operation, which means that employee services are required all of the time. Must maintain strict confidentiality of resident information.

Working Conditions:

Long-term care environment, Works in a well-lighted, well-ventilated work area. Subject to cuts, burns, and falls. Exposed to extremes of hot and cold temperatures.