Job Description
Description TITLE: Culinary Aide REPORTS TO: Assisted Living Executive Director/ Housing Manager Job Summary: The Culinary Aide is responsible for meal and snack preparation and service at Heartland Senior Living. The Culinary Aide must follow resident's diets, policies, procedures, and dietary guidelines. Benefit Summary: Heartland Senior Living offers a variety of benefits to full and part time employees: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Supplemental Insurance Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off to include Vacation and Sick Time Recognized Holidays Shift Differentials Retirement 401(k) Qualifications: Must be able to read, write and speak English. Must be able to follow directions and perform assigned tasks. Must be able to relate work with geriatric residents and understand their special needs. Complete and pass a state required background study form which checks for certain criminal convictions or serious/recurring maltreatment. General Responsibilities: Review Menus prior to preparation of food. Work with dietician and Culinary Director in preparing regular and special diets as prescribed by the resident's physician. Ensure that menus and alternates are compiled in accordance with established policies and procedures. Ordering, receiving, and stock control of departmental supplies and food supplies. Assist in inventory of items. Receive deliveries and check receipts against specifications and orders. As deliveries are made cook is to place frozen foods in freezer as soon as possible. Recommend any equipment needs to the Culinary Director. Ensure that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies. Ensu