I.            Position Summary: Must be able to work from weekly menus and production sheets using approved recipes to prepare food  items, observe routine work  schedules and  follow  the  System  and  departmental   procedures.  Must be able to carry through to completion assigned and planned  tasks.   Must  exercise  initiative  and also have   the  ability  to  exercise  sound  judgment  performing  daily  and assigned duties.   Must   have   the  ability  to  prioritize   and  correct  problems,  as  needed.

II.          Position Requirements:  Responsible  for  high  quality  and properly prepared foods using approved recipes.  Follows proper  food  handling techniques.  Maintains  work  areas,  equipment  and  utensils  in  a  sanitary  manner. Follows HACCP and OSHA standards in the performance of daily  tasks.  Directly  accountable  to the Production Supervisor for daily assignments.  Adheres to  System,  and corporate  compliance  programs. Supports department policies, procedures,  objectives, and goals. Implements, observes safety,  environmental  and  infection  control  standards. This  position   requires  a person  who is friendly, cordial, reliable, conscientious, and  able to follow directions.  Must be able to efficiently organize production schedules to meet demands of the operation. Must have initiative and demonstrate good  judgement.  Must  be  able  to  perform  repetitive  tasks.

A:  Licensure/Certification/Registration:  None  required

B.  Education:  High School Graduate  or  Equivalent.   Vocational  training  in quantity  food  preparation and sanitation is preferred.

C:  Experience:  A  minimum  of  one  year’s  previous  food  service  cooking  experience  in a  healthcare  facility,  institution  or  full  service  restaurant  under  the  guidance  of  a   qualified  Chef  is  required.

D.   Special Qualifications:  Must promote good  customer  relations  by  providing quality  products in an attractive  environment in  which  to eat, provide a high  level  of  cleanliness and   respond  to customers requests  promptly.  Must perform at an above satisfactory level and work must be thorough detailed and consistent.