Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

JOB REQUIREMENTS: This position is responsible for the preparation and cooking of daily meals, serving, cleaning, and providing resident service to assist with the mission of the households. - Prepares and cooks high quality bulk quantities of menu items in accordance with established recipes. - Monitors food temperature and refrigeration equipment; maintains records regarding temperatures. - Moves food product in and out of storerooms, coolers and freezers, and to resident households. - Portions food and serving in accordance with diet and preferences. - Bakes food items as necessary. - Maintains compliance with food handling safety standards and sanitation procedures; reports unsafe conditions, hazardous /broken equipment or accidents immediately - Maintains food storage, work areas, and associated spaces in a clean and safe condition according to established policies and procedures. - Washes and sanitizes dishes, counters, kitchen equipment, and floors assuring Health Department standards of sanitation and safety are met at all times. - Routinely cleans stoves, steamtables, oven equipment, refrigerator, freezer, floors, etc. - Maintains orderly and safe storage of food and supplies. - Assists in setting up serving lines and serves and feeds as needed. - Reports change of resident condition and tracks/updates resident diet changes. - Clears and clean tables and chairs after use. - Cleans up spills or breakage immediately. - Restocks condiments and dishes/silverware as needed. - Empties and cleans trash receptacles - Provides backup assistance to other department personnel as needed. - Other duties as assigned. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: One year cooking or food prep experience in a high-volume food service setting. Equivalent combination of education and experience which provides necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. - Knowledge of PPE and its proper use for personal safety measures. - Ability to understand and follow Health Department rules and regulations and SafeServ Guidelines. - Knowledge of quality food preparation, storage, sanitation, and equipment safety. - Ability to follow recipes and cook large quantities. - Ability to safely operate various kitchen equipment. - Ability to follow proper safe handling and utilization of cleaning chemicals and supplies. - Ability to safely operate and be able to train others on the operation of various kitchen equipment. - Ability to maintain confidentiality of all resident care information and assure resident rights and privacy are protected at all times per HIPPA. - Ability to create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth and personal interest as well as a clean environment. - Ability to work tactfully and cooperatively with residents, families, visitors and entire staff throughout the organization. - Ability to verbally communicate with residents, families, the public and other members of the organization. - Must be able to exhibit a warm, cheerful caring manner. - Must be able to safely perform the essential job functions. - Ability to interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; Federal, State, and local regulations. - Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority. - Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits requiring minimal direction and supervision. - Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations. - Knowledge of computer software including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications consistent for this position. - Ability to perform mathematical calculations required of this position. - Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports. - Ability to apply sound judgment and discretio in performing duties, resolving problems and interpreting policies and regulations. - Ability to communicate detailed and often sensitive information effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing. - Ability to handle sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully. - Ability to maintain professionalism at all times. - Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others. - Ability to work the allocated hours of the position and respond after hours as needed. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.co.dodge.wi.gov/careers