Northern Light A.R. Gould

Department: Food and Nutrition Services

Position is located: Northern Light A.R. Gould Hospital-Presque Isle, ME

Work Type: Full Time

Hours Per Week: 40.00 Hour/Week

Work Schedule: Variable

Summary:

The Lead Cook is responsible for coordinating various activities involving resident/patient nutrition. This includes ordering of groceries and paper goods, tray checks and evaluations for proper temperature, diet, etc. The Lead Cook assists in various Performance Improvement checks and reports. The Lead is also responsible for developing cafeteria menus, generating various monthly reports and overseeing all production for all shift and positions.

Responsibilities:

• Follows all departmental and organizational policy and procedures as well as sanitary and safety standards for handling food and equipment.

• Attends all mandatory organization training programs, staff meetings and appropriate committees.

• Participates and collaborates in the departmental Performance Improvement programs.

• Monitors stocking of floor refrigerators.

• Performs weekly checks of patient trays for accuracy and completeness.

• Coordinates monthly patient surveys.

• Posts and collects monthly temperature charts on all refrigeration.

• Develops cafeteria menus.

• Generates monthly reports.

• Orders groceries etc. according to schedule.

• Communicates well with coworkers and other staff served by the department.

• Provides input on evaluation process as requested.

• Follows all Standards of Behaviors.

• Maintains a professional manner in conduct and appearance.

• CDM credentials required to perform the following duties: Under the guidance of a Clinical Dietitian, competently completes clinical duties, resident’s admissions, MDS, IDTs (SNF; LTC when needed), weight sheets, updates and diet changes. Reports any concerns/issues to the RD Manager and Clinical Dietitian effectively.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Manager.

Other Information:

Competencies and Skills

• Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan.

• Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of diversity, inclusion, empowerment and cooperation.

• Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.

• Influences and Inspires: Builds enthusiasm and commitment among others to move in a desired direction and models it personally. Creates a compelling vision of success that motivates workplace initiative and energizes others to follow. Provides direction and guidance to encourage cooperation between team members in order to attain an objective. Has the ability to appropriately influence others' actions and decisions with and without express authority.

• Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.

• Promotes Health and Safety: Promotes a healthy and safe environment for patients, employees and visitors. Advocates and models healthy physical and mental health behaviors even in challenging circumstances. Sets high quality standards and strives for continuous improvement and quality assurance by reporting and encouraging others to report near misses and safety issues.

• Resolves Conflict: Promptly acts to find alternatives/solutions when team members disagree. Addresses issues in a direct, honest, and appropriate manner. Handles conflicting interests diplomatically and helps to solve them. Transforms difficult situations into teachable moments using respect and accountability.

Education

• Required High School Diploma/General Educational Development (GED)

Working Conditions

• Potential exposure to very hot or cold temperatures.

Position Cook- LeadLocation Req ID null