Cook/Dishwasher

Cypress Assisted Living facility is located in the heart of Anacortes, WA.
The qualified candidate has experience creating a welcoming and lively environment for residents of a senior living community.
*Cook/Dishwasher* The ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic, positive attitude, current food handler’s permit and ability to work as part of our dietary team.
This position reports directly to the Dietary Manager.
It requires someone who is comfortable in a professional kitchen setting and capable of performing the following job duties: * Operates dishwasher and equipment according to instructions and maintains temperature logs.
* Responsible for handling food in accordance with sanitary regulations.
* Assists with resident trays and sets up meal carts before meals and tray service * Assists cook in serving and food preparation during busy times.
* Returns carts to work area after each meal is served, cleans and sanitizes carts in preparation for next meal service.
* Cleans transport carts after each meal and returns to proper location.
* Knows food safety regulations and ensures all food is handled properly to avoid contamination and food borne illness.
* Keeps dishwashing area, janitor closet, drawers and shelves clean.
* Requests cleaning supplies as needed.
* Assists in keeping kitchen and equipment clean and orderly.
* Utilizes equipment in a safe, efficient manner and ensures equipment is in good working order prior and after use.
* Responsible for maintaining a sanitary and cleanly workstation.
* Responsible for general cleaning of the kitchen area.
* Serves personnel and Resident guests with courtesy.
* Responsible for handling and preparing food in accordance with sanitary regulations.
* Prepares foods according to standardized recipes.
* Ensures that food prepared is palatable and appetizing in appearance.
* Meets meal schedules and ensures that food is prepared on time but not too far in advance.
* Knows food safety regulations and ensures all food is prepared properly to avoid contamination and food borne illness.
* Takes temperatures of food prior to serving.
* Avoids food waste by preparing servings according to portion control standards.
* Assists in setting up and filling trays for resident’s meal service.
* Utilizes equipment in a safe, efficient manner and ensures equipment is in good working order prior and after use.
* May check in deliveries from various vendors.
* Assists Dietary Manager in maintaining stock of items necessary for meal needs.
* Will perform other duties as requested by supervisor.
* Working on tray line during meal service; may include taking resident orders for meal preferences * Producing Quality and pleasant side dishes and desserts according to standardized recipes * Stocking nutritional supply areas for snacks and supplements * General cleaning up of kitchen per established cleaning checklist * Machine and Hand washing and sanitizing of pot and pans * Keeps equipment and workstations clean and sanitary; handles food and utensils in a sanitary manner * Takes all necessary steps to eliminate contamination and adheres to all food and safety standards and policies on sanitation and food handling * Cooperates with co-workers in providing quality food service * Washing dishes & helping keep the kitchen clean Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $17.
00 - $20.
50 per hour Benefits: * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid sick time * Paid time off * Referral program * Vision insurance Shift: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Evening shift Ability to Relocate: * Anacortes, WA 98221: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person