HRDI: Residential Cook

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for all food preparation, food inventory for facilities with a population of greater than or equal to twenty-five (25) clients.

JOB DUTIES

• Prepares meal for population of facility
• Appropriately follows and posts menus as directed by agency nutritionist or supervisor
• Maintains inventory of foods and food supplies, and submits requisition of needs to appropriate staff
• Maintains equipment in clean and proper operating order
• Responsible for safety and sanitation of all foods stored, prepared and served
• Responsible for teams of clients and other staff as they assist in preparation and storage of food
• Provides training to food service assistants
• Responsible for following all public health rules and regulations regarding food service delivery
• Prepares monthly reports on operation of Food Preparation Component of Program
• All duties are to be in accordance with the City of Chicago, and State of Illinois guidelines regarding food service
• All other duties as assigned
• Satisfactory Attendance

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must posses a valid City and State Food Service license
• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Special training in food service and nutrition recommended
• Thorough understanding of public health rules and regulations regarding food safety and sanitation

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment
• Moderate physical activity. May require physical effort including lifting up to 25-50 pounds and some

extended periods of standing or walking

• No or very limited exposure to physical risk
• Ability to lift 25 - 50 lbs.