Head Cook – NWTC/HWH - CHEMICAL HEALTH PROGRAMS

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Head Cook – NWTC/HWH

CHEMICAL HEALTH PROGRAMS

Opening: February 1, 2024- Until filled

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Prepare and provide nutritious meals as well as ensuring a safe, clean and sanitary environment, reports to Supervisor. Salary: $17.00 with $1.00 increase after 90day probation. Full-Time Position

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Prepare food by sanitary regulations and established policies and procedures

• Review menus before preparation of food

• Prepare meals by planned menus

• Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance

• Serve food be established portion control procedures

• Prepare food for therapeutic diets by planned menus

• Prepare food by standardized recipes and special diet orders

• Do administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports and submit to the supervisor as required

• Participate and help in departmental studies and projects as assigned

• Maintain confidentiality of all patient care information to assure patients rights are protected

• Coordinate dietary service with other departments as necessary

• Work with IHS Dietitian and implement recommended changes as required

• Assure that all personnel follow established Infection Control polices and procedures as required

• Recommend to the Supervisor the equipment and supply needs of the department

• Report all hazardous conditions/equipment to the Supervisor immediately as required

• Verify invoices for the purchasing of food, supplies, equipment and submit to Supervisor

• Process diet changes and new diets as received from a dietitian

• Assist in the purchasing of food supplies

• Help in maintaining the dietary department in a safe and sanitary manner

• Assure that safety regulations are followed at all times by all personnel

• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/WORK EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a high school diploma or GED

• Must have Cooks certification ( Serve Safe)

• Must be neat, well groomed and prompt

• Must be able to prepare food for large numbers utilizing specific recipes

• Must participate in mandatory alcohol/drug testing when called upon

• Must possess a valid Driver's License and auto insurance

• Must be familiar with confidentiality rules and regulations

TO APPLY: Tribal applications (w/Résumé attached) are being accepted at the Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 546, Red Lake, MN 56671 Phone (218) 679-1847 *Fax (218) 679-4176.