The proper candidate is asked to prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulation, with our established policies and procedures and as may be directed by the Food Services Director or designee, to assure quality food service is provided at all times. To direct, evaluate and monitor the staff assigned to your department, including issuing disciplinary actions as necessary and performing probationary and annual evaluations of employee performance. Working Conditions Works throughout the food services area. Atmosphere is warm for cooking. Moves intermittently during work hours. Sits, stands, pushes, bends, stoops and walks intermittently through the workday. May lift and move patients and equipment. Is subject to frequent interruptions. Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances. Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors. Communicates with medical staff, nursing personnel and other department personnel. Works beyond normal working hours, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary. Is subject to callback during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post - disaster, etc.). Attends and participates in continuing education programs. Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, bruise, scratches and odors, etc throughout the work day, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke and the air contaminants. May be exposed to heat/cold temperatures in kitchen/storage areas. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including but not limited to TB AIDS and Hepatitis B. Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure - Category One (High Exposure Risk). May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals. Education & Qualifications Knowledge of basic food preparation & therapeutic diets. Ability to manage and direct staff assigned to your position. A physical examination and/or evidence from a physician indicating freedom of communicable disease to be available upon employment. Must be in good physical and mental health. Ability to work independently or part of a group. Effectively communicate with others. Experience Previous long-term care experience is desirable. Prior experience in Geriatric Food Service preferred. Knowledge of basic sanitation practices preferred. Prior management experience preferred.