COOK

The primary purpose of your job position is to prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, with our established policies and procedures, and may be directed by the Head Cook and/or Director of Food Services, to assure that quality food service is always provided.  As Cook, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.

Every effort has been made to identify the essential function of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

Since being founded, Bear Mountain has been a leader in the healthcare industry. Today, Bear Mountain is a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. We expect you to demonstrate these Values:

·         Performance - We're passionate about delivering exceptional healthcare and guest experiences.

·         Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time. 

·         Transparency – We are open, honest, and straightforward in everything we do. 

   In addition, we expect you to demonstrate the following key attributes:

·         Respect

·         Honesty

·         Communication

Bear Mountain Vision and Culture

Bear Mountain is a leading healthcare company, spanning the nursing home sector from Extended/Long Term Care and Short-Term Rehabilitation to Neurobehavior Programs. Bear Mountain is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its facilities.  Our vision “To exceed your expectation with the highest quality healthcare in a safe, clean, supportive and positive environment.” unites us as a team, our Team members put the CARE back into Healthcare, and our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!  We expect you to maintain and support the education of this culture.

Essential Functions.

· Preparation of meals according to menu plan, and in compliance with regulatory requirements.

· Ability to manage portion control, ensuring proper preparation of select foods to meet individual need.

· Demonstrates close attention to detail.

· Demonstrates organizational skills.

· Demonstrates a working knowledge of regulatory requirements as related to food preparation, serving, delivery and storage.

· Demonstrates competency with maintaining kitchen safety and infection control principles.

· Able to communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals, including residents, families, staff, and persons from outside the organization.