Job Information
Supreme Living Cook in Lacey, Washington
Wage: $20-22 DOE
variable days
Consideration for a raise after a 90-day introductory period.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Paid time off
- Option for Medical, Dental/Vision Benefits for Full-Time employees
- Employee Assistance Program offered for insurance eligible employees
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Cook is responsible for planning and preparing nutritious meals to residents 3x's daily and ensuring that the food prepared is fresh and nutritional. She/he is responsible for ensuring that all health, safety, and environmental health standards are achieved and maintained.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
· Prepare, cook, and present well-balanced meals and beverages to the highest quality incorporating, cultural and dietary needs as required by the residents and staff.
· Ensure all stock ordered is consistent with planned menus that reflect choice and preference and maintain accurate stock control.
· Ensure that a good standard of hygiene and cleanliness is maintained throughout the kitchen, to meet the required standards of practice prescribed by Environmental Health Agencies.
· Ensure all equipment used is well maintained and in good working order.
· Carry out good food Management, temperature controls and HACCP documentation according to current Food Hygiene regulations.
· Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen and adjacent dining area.
· Participate in staff meetings and in staff training where applicable.
TRANSPORTATION:
Uses personal vehicle to travel to agency sites and non-agency locations.
*COMMUNICATION: *
· Participates in staff meetings and in-services training.
· Consults with Facility Administrator when knowledge base in a given area needs to be expanded.
· Requests literature, in-service or orientation on a given topic.
· Reads communication book.
· Demonstrates accountability regarding equipment and supplies.
*QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION and LICENSURE: *
· Previous cooking or catering experience within a commercial or business setting.
· Food Hygiene Certified -- or willingness to get certified.
· Valid First Aid and CPR Certification
Meets health requirements, i.e. -- COVID-19 vaccination and booster, flu vaccination, tb testing -- per licensing requirements.
· Knowledge of environment safety and cleanliness standards.
· Valid Washington State Driver's License required or the equivalent if residence in Washington is new.
· Experience using word processing and spreadsheet software. Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.
WHO WE ARE
Supreme Living is a state-licensed Residential Treatment Facility offering residential mental health care for up to 15 residents at our Olympia location. Supreme Living provides comprehensive, cost-effective, and quality care to individuals requiring assistance in day-to-day living functions in home-like environments. We provide such services in a way that builds upon community support systems, coordinates services, and nurtures the development of each individual.
Our sole mission is to strengthen the long-term health of our community through the development of programs and services that promote quality living.
Individuals residing in a Supreme Living facility will receive the best possible care by our dedicated and loyal nursing, support service, and administrative staff. Working at Supreme Living requires compassion and dedication, and we are very careful to hire people that can provide the special care needed for the individuals