Summary of Position Harvest Home is looking for an experienced Culinary Specialist to join our team in a beautiful, modern industrial kitchen. We're seeking someone who enjoys preparing quality meals, following recipes while adding their own creative touch, and takes pride in serving seniors. You'll be part of a positive, supportive work environment where teamwork, respect, and compassion are valued. Experience in professional food preparation is preferred. Most importantly, we're looking for someone who enjoys making a difference through food and service in a welcoming Christian environment.

Qualifications:

Desire to work with the elderly in a Christian environment that upholds their privacy, dignity, choice, independence, and individuality. Maintain punctual attendance to the work schedule. Able to organize and utilize time appropriately to accomplish assigned tasks with minimal supervision. Able to work well with others and to function effectively as a part of a team. Good grooming and a willingness to follow dress requirements. Cheerful, enthusiastic attitude and a willingness to learn new knowledge/skills. Able to regularly lift up to 50 pounds, to occasionally lift more than 50 pounds, and to spend long periods of time walking/standing.

Responsibilities:

Be punctual and maintain reliable attendance according to scheduled work times. (Weekdays 1:30pm-6:30pm and every other weekend 10am-6pm) Demonstrate knowledge of and follows infection control procedures. Reviews with the Dining Service Coordinator and Nursing staff, dietary restrictions of residents. Prepares food dishes according to the dietary requirements of the resident. Prepares and serves meals according to menu plan, recipes and meal times, involving residents in the process as they are able and as they desire. Assist in maintaining a clean, comfortable environment in the dining area. Maintain a clean and safe work environment in the kitchen. Including sweeping and mopping daily, cleaning walls, cleaning inside and outside of fridges and freezers and cleaning the stove and ovens. Recording food temperatures daily on temp logs provided. Reports any abuse, suspected abuse or alleged abuse to the appropriate authorities. Performs all other duties as assigned.

General Staffing Requirements:

Free of communicable disease Able to physically/mentally perform tasks, as verified by a health screening that includes TB clearance Current CBRF training as required by state and federal regulations. Ability to read, write and understand English General understanding of the needs of the elderly Willingness to learn Complete Harvest Home orientation/training regime Promote Harvest Home Senior Living Services mission and philosophy in daily work. Maintain a professional positive attitude at all times.

Education & Experience:

Must be at least 18 years of age. High school graduate or equivalent GED preferred. Experience with elderly individuals preferred. Must maintain current CBRF certifications and meet inservice training requirements.