Cook- PT

Keelson Harbour in Spirit Lake, IA has a need for a part-time Cook. This position reports directly to the Director of Culinary Services.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cooks or otherwise prepares food according to recipe.

• Cuts, trims, and bones meats and poultry for cooking.

• Bakes bread, rolls, cakes, and pastries.

• Portions cooked foods per Director’s direction regarding size of portions and methods of garnishing.

• Carves meats, portions food on plates, adds gravies and sauces, and garnishes servings.

• Adjusts thermostat controls to regulate the temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, steamers, or other food service equipment.

• Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipe, using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment such as blenders, mixers, grinders, slicers, and tenderizers to prepare soups, salads, gravies, sauces, casseroles, and desserts.

• Bakes, roasts, broils, and steams meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.

• Adds seasonings to foods during mixing or cooking, according to recipes, personal judgment, and experience.

• Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing with fork to determine that it is properly cooked.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Primary responsibilities will be conducted in clean, well-lit, climate controlled areas. 

• The noise is usually moderate.

• May work beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other positions when necessary.

• May be exposed to blood-borne pathogens and infectious diseases.

• Is subject to exposure to chemical and respiratory hazards.

• Some travel to meetings and seminars may be required.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS (WITH OR WITHOUT THE AID OF MECHANICAL DEVICES)

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the working day, must be able to stand, stoop, walk, kneel and crouch. 

• Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read.

• Frequently required to stand, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear.

• Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.

• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move a minimum of 20 pounds.

• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School education or GED.

• Training in culinary arts and/or 2 years’ experience.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Must receive a "not disqualified" criminal background result from Department of Human Services and may not be on the OIG exclusions list. 

• Must be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Must demonstrate leadership, good judgment, and dependability.

• Must possess good listening and verbal skills.

• Must possess a desire to work with aged, infirm, and handicapped persons.

• Must work as a team member and maintain a positive demeanor.

• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.

• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and the general public.

• Must be able to relate information concerning residents’ condition.

Apply online at www.vistaprairie.org/about/job-opportunities/ 

Equal Opportunity Employer