Responsibilities:

   1.   Assures that required menu items are prepared in sufficient quantities to serve clients and staff

   2.   Assures that foods are cooked, held and served at temperatures appropriate to each item and in accordance with food safety guidelines

   3.   Serves foods in an appealing and appetizing manner

   4.   Serves foods according to the established serving schedule

   5.   Prepares portions or alternatives for modified diets as needed

   6.   Documents internal refrigeration, freezer and dry storage temperatures

   7.   Documents food cooking and holding temperatures for any foods considered hazardous

   8.   Stores all foods with label, date and time

   9.   Assures that dining and serving areas are kept clean and clutter-free during meal service times

10.   Stores food products appropriately in dry, refrigerated or frozen areas

11.   Assigns daily cleaning and prep duties to Community Service Workers

12.   Keeps all food prep areas clean, sanitized and clutter-free

13.   Recommends future food needs

14.   observes current health codes and facility policies regarding dress, grooming and personal hygiene

15.   Establishes a respectful but firm rapport with clients and CSWs to enforce departmental rules

16.   Performs other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

High school graduate or equivalent. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in institutional food service is preferred. Must have a current Food Handler’s permit or Manager’s certification. 

Knowledge and Skills: 

Knowledge of practices and problems of food protection, preparation and cooking techniques. Must be able to work with standardized recipes using standard weights and measures. Knowledge of standards of kitchen sanitation, personal hygiene and safety. Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions. A valid Oklahoma Driver’s License is required.  Understanding of alcohol/drug dependence and co-occurring disorders.

Access to Confidential Information:  This position accesses no personnel and client files. 

Physical Requirements:  Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly.  Must be able to negotiate stairs.

NOTE:  This position is classified as “Safety Sensitive”.  Safety Sensitive positions include tasks or duties that could affect the health and safety of the employee performing tasks or others.  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.  Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the needs of the organization