Dietary Aide - Cook

POSITION SUMMARY
Prepare and serve meals to AJNH residents, employees, guests and clients. Ensures all residents receive well- balanced, nutritional meals based on dietary and medical needs. Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Cook and prepare food items with nutritional value and flavor according to standardized recipes and menus.

a. Ensure all prepared food items are stored, served, and distributed at appropriate temperature with proper sanitation conditions implemented by the departmental policy and procedures.
b. Prepare food and trays to meet individual resident’s dietary needs.
c. Assist in the preparation and servicing of in-house special dinners and special function services.
d. Coordinate cooking and plate set-up for resident’s trays according to scheduled service and delivery times.

2. Checks in food deliveries and store food supplies properly to prevent contamination.

3. Maintain equipment and work area according to facility standards and federal, state, HACCP and local regulations.

a. Clean and sanitize all equipment in kitchen daily.
b. Operate dishwasher with proper tools for pre-rise, pre-soak, sorting and racking of all dishes, all other food service items to ensure cleanliness, free of stains, cracks and chips.

4. Assist in maintaining the safety and security of the Dietary Department including adhering to staff dress code and following established food service rules and regulations.
5. Communicate with residents to obtain input on meal preferences.
6. Attend all Dietary Department and facility meetings.
7. Adhere to all Oneida Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
8. The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
1. Frequently stand and walk; handle, feel; use hands to reach and pull; talk and hear.
2. Occasionally sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
3. Work is generally performed in a kitchen and dining room setting where exposure to extreme temperatures, smoke, unpleasant odors and loud noises may occur. Work environment involves some exposures to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
4. Evening and/or weekend work may be required.
5. Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required. 6. A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.

STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
2. Knowledge of department organization, functions, objectives, policies and procedures.
3. Knowledge of food handling and safety techniques.
4. Knowledge of food preparation, presentation techniques and quality standards.
5. Ability to operate gas and electric cooking equipment, dishwasher, and other cleaning and sanitizing equipment.
6. Ability to exercise independent judgment.
7. Ability to interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
8. Ability to work independently and meet strict timelines.
9. Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing.
10. Ability to become certified in Food Service Sanitation.
11. Must adhere to strict confidentiality in all matters. (Must sign a confidentiality statement prior to employment.)
12. Must be willing and able to obtain additional education and training.
13. Must complete Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) training prior to employment annually thereafter.
14. Employees are required to have proof of immunity or dates of 2 doses of MMR and proof of immunity or dates of 2 doses of Varicella prior to starting in any position within the Oneida Comprehensive Health Division. Any refusal of vaccination(s) or failure to provide proof of immunity may disqualify the applicant.
15. Must pass a pre-employment drug screening. Must adhere to the Nation Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy during employment.
16. Must pass a background security check with the Oneida Nation in order to meet the Employment Eligibility Requirements, Tribal/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance as they pertain to the position. A temporary license or Gaming License issued by the Oneida Gaming Commission is required as a condition of employment and continuing employment within the Oneida Nation’s Gaming Division.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants please clearly state on the application/resume if you meet these qualifications.
1. One (1) year experience in a long-term care facility, hospital or food service.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants please clearly state how you meet these qualifications on the application/resume.
1. High School Diploma, HSED Diploma or GED Certification; applicants age fifty (50) and older are exempt from this requirement. 2. Must possess and maintain a current phone number to be notified of schedule changes.

ITEMS TO BE SUBMITTED:
1. Must provide a copy of diploma, license, degree or certification upon employment.
2. Must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccination by date of hire to be considered. Proof of vaccination required.
3. Three (3) current references.