Cook- SEP

Taos County, NM
Taos, New Mexico
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JOB TITLE: Cook-SEP SALARY: $12.00

DEPARTMENT: Senior Program POSITION STATUS: PART-TIME (20 Hours)

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt UNION ELIGIBILITY: Non-Eligible

I. POSITION FUNCTION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Head Cook or Site Manager the Cook is responsible for some aspects of the nutrition service provided by the agency. The Cook is responsible for the preparation of food to be served, complying with all applicable sanitation, health and personal hygiene standards and following established food production programs and procedures. The Cook is responsible for appropriate use of facility supplies and equipment to minimize loss, waste and fraud.

Department Job Assignments: This Job Description is intended to be somewhat general in nature with respect to the job family, and as such it does not detail all duties of a particular job assignment. Additional duties, responsibilities, and accountabilities may be assigned to an employee in this position depending on the Department Job Assignment.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following statements are essential functions of this position and not intended to be all-inclusive; rather, they are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the employee, and an employee may be directed to perform other reasonably related job duties and responsibilities. The incumbent will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties reasonably requested by their supervisor. Taos County reserves the right to revise or change the job duties and responsibilities as the need arises, based on business need, and this Job Description may be updated accordingly. This Job Description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Job Duties:

Required to read, sign, and follow the New Mexico Environmental Division Regulations.
Properly prepares meals following the approved menus and recipes.
Correctly packages home-delivered meals according to program requirements.
Submit timely requisitions food and non-food supplies as needed.
Maintains sanitary condition of all supplies, utensils and equipment in the food service area per food service guidelines.
Ensures that all temperatures for food storage and prepared food are maintained and documented as per policy.
Packages, labels and properly stores leftover food to be used for homebound meals.
Properly disposes of unusable leftover food items as per policy.
Follows portion control and meal variance rules are required by program.
Maintains daily perpetual inventory and daily removal logs as required.
Assures that non-seniors either staff or guests have paid for a meal prior to serving.
Timely informs supervisor of needed equipment and/or repairs regarding the food service area.
Posts menus, permits and other documentation required in the food service area.
May be required to work late on occasion.
May be required to work at different sites on occasion.
Purchases food and/or food service products at local vendors as needed.
Supervises volunteers/community service assigned to the food service area.
Assumes full responsibility of nutrition service in the absence of the head cook.
Reports any deficiencies and/or facility problems to the immediate supervisor.
Participates in training required and as requested by the agency.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

Works collaboratively, cooperatively, and in coordination with fellow team members and with others in the organization, treats them with respect, courtesy and consideration, and shows understanding and the appropriate support of other team members to help get the job done.
Provides assistance, information, guidance and resources to diverse groups of customers, clients and others outside of the organization; treats them in a friendly manner with professionalism, helpfulness, respect, courtesy and consideration at all times regardless of circumstances.
Maintains regular, dependable attendance and punctuality, and physical presence at the assigned worksite; must interact directly with people at the worksite on a regular basis.
Complies with and actively supports all applicable workplace environmental health and safety policies, work rules, and practices, giving maximum effort to performing job functions in a manner that protects the health and safety of the employee, co-workers, and the general public.
The incumbent in this position may have access to sensitive and proprietary company data, personal client/customer data, personal employee data, and other sensitive information, and an essential job duty is the maintenance of strict confidentiality of such information in accordance with Taos County policy, and federal/state/local laws and regulations (e.g., HIPAA, FACTA, etc.).
Performs other duties as assigned and which are deemed necessary or desirable by Taos County.

III. CORE TAOS COUNTY VALUES, BEHAVIORS, & COMPETENCIES:

As a requirement of their employment, all Taos County employees are expected and required to support and demonstrate Taos County's core values and behaviors, and to perform the essential functions and elements of this position competently. Employees are expected to demonstrate these values and behaviors through their behavior and performance throughout the course of the introductory period of employment and continuing throughout employment with Taos County. The values, behaviors, and competencies that need to be demonstrated by all Taos County employees include but are not limited to:

Quality/Compliance: Achieving a standard of excellence with our work processes and outcomes, honoring Taos County policies and all regulatory requirements.
Customer/Client focus: Striving for high external and internal customer/client satisfaction, going out of our way to be helpful and pleasant, making it as easy as possible on the customer/client, rather than on self, department, or organization.
Clear Communication: Expresses oneself clearly and effectively when speaking and writing to individuals and groups; listens attentively and ensures all parties involved understand communication; responds in a timely manner using appropriate communication methods.
Interpersonal Skills: Interacts effectively with others using discretion, empathy and self-regulation when working toward resolution of divergent interests; recognizes and appreciates the quirky or unusual traits of others.
Professional Expertise: Achieves a proficient level of ability or knowledge in job-related areas; continues to grow with the changing requirements of the job.
Adaptability: Adjusts to changing circumstances by altering attitudes and behaviors; displays resilience and flexibility in response to setbacks and stressful situations with energy and optimism.
Collegiality: Being helpful, respectful, approachable, and team oriented, building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
Initiative: Takes action to influence events, generate ideas for improvement, takes advantage of opportunities, and does not wait to be told what to do next.
Efficiency and Continuous Improvement: Planning ahead, managing time well, being on time, being cost conscious, thinking of better ways to do things
Coachability: Being receptive to feedback, willing to learn, embracing continuous improvement in personal and professional growth & development, performance, and productivity.
Team Player: able to work collaboratively with others in the organization, and to work well with diverse groups of people and gain and maintain of respect of others, both inside and outside Taos County.
Decision Making: Uses sound judgment to make good decisions based on information gathered and considers all pertinent facts and alternatives before deciding. Commits to decision.
Performance Standards: Sets and maintains high performance standards. Pays close attention to detail, accuracy and completeness and follows up on work outputs.
Problem-Solving: Analyzes problem by gathering and organizing all relevant information. Identifies cause and effect relationships and comes up with best solution.
Integrity: Shares complete and accurate information. Maintains confidentiality and meets own commitments and adheres to organizational policies and procedures.
Motivation: Displays energy and enthusiasm, commits additional effort, and maintains a high level of productivity and self-direction.

IV. POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:

Fair Labor Standards Act Provisions:

This position is non-exempt under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is subject to the organization's policies and procedures pertaining to overtime hours.

Independence of Action; Supervision Received:

The Cook works under general supervision of the Head Cook / Site Manager or Senior Program Supervisor. Employee works alone on routine work and checks with supervisor only when in doubt. Production generally precedes a check on the quality control. Established methods and procedures are clearly established, and general instructions provided.

Supervision Exercised:

The Cook is responsible for own work and has no supervisory authority or responsibility. May supervise volunteers/community service assigned to the food service area.

Coordination and Cooperation with Internal and External Parties:

Internal:

Responds to requests for information from the Senior Program Supervisor and/or Senior Program Coordinator; and works with other department staff on issues and special projects that may have a moderate impact on provision of Taos County's programs and services.

External:

Employee has a minimal amount of independent contact with external parties. Under direction of the Head Cook / Site Manager or Senior Program Supervisor, may work with external vendors, applicants, agencies, and others to provide accurate services.

V. POSITION AUTHORITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

General:

Position has low level of line responsibility and minimal authority to make independent decisions over an assigned function. A person in this position regularly takes responsibility for a key operation or function due to their level of accountability.

Budgetary/Financial Authority and Accountability:

Position has low to no level of accountability for budgetary or financial decisions, and decisions will have a low level of impact on resource utilization within Taos County. Not responsible for impact on an operating budget for the Department.

Equipment/Asset/Material Authority and Accountability:

Position has a moderate level responsibility for equipment & other assets, materials, and supplies; proper utilization is required plus accountability for first-level maintenance may be required.

VI. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

As a requirement of their employment, all Taos County employees are expected and required to perform the essential functions and elements of this position competently, demonstrating adequate progress throughout the course of the training and introductory period of employment and continuing throughout employment with Taos County. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education, Experience, and Age:

Required:

High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence).
Two (2) years of directly related experience.
Participants must be at least 55, unemployed, and have a family income of no more that 125% of the federal poverty level. Enrollment priority is given to veterans and qualified spouses, then to individuals who are over 65, have a disability, have low literacy skills or limited English proficiency, reside in a rural area, are homeless or at risk of homelessness, have low employment prospect, or have failed to find employment after using services through the American Job Center system.

Substitution:

Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Requirements:

Required:

Ability to read and write English in order to understand and interpret written procedures and technical manuals. This includes the ability to give and receive instructions in written and verbal forms and to effectively present information and respond to questions from vendors, contractors, supervisors, co-workers, residents, and city/county agencies.

Preferred:

Bi-lingual (English/Spanish)

Certification, Licenses and Registrations:

Must have (or obtain within 3-months from the date of hire) and maintain a current, valid State of New Mexico driver's license; must have and maintain a Taos County-insurable driving record.
Must obtain a ServSafe Certification.
Must acquire a New Mexico Food Handlers certificate.

Training/Professional Development Requirements:

Must successfully complete all Taos County-required safety and other training within required timeframes
Must obtain required health and safety training within 90 days of the date of hire.
Must successfully pass and maintain training certification in all state, Taos County, and/or other training requirements of the position and job assignment.
Additional training requirements for this position may be mandated by Taos County.

Tools and Equipment Used: An employee in this position must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of the following tools and equipment:

Standard office equipment and software, including desktop computer, and standard MS-Office applications or equivalent.
Must be able to operate various kitchen appliances.
Must be able to operate a company vehicle.

Other:

In accordance with the conditional offer of employment, individual must pass drug screen, and other required background investigations.
Additional drug screening and background investigations may be required depending on the job assignment, regulatory or policy requirements, job transfer, or in accordance with Taos County's Drug-Free Workplace policy.

VII. PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical and mental demands, and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Physical Effort and Demand:

May be required to stand for long periods.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more.

Visual Acuity, Hearing, Speaking, Manual Dexterity:

Must have visual acuity and manual dexterity to perform timely and accurate data entry.
Ability to maintain and complete program reports.
Must be able to make individual, small group, and large group presentations as required by position.
Must effectively convey ideas, images and goals to diverse group of personalities.

Mental Demand:

Effective performance requires continual thinking and attention to work/detail demanded by the essential functions of the job.
Must have disposition needed to work with the elderly.
Must be able to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect pertinent data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and initiate appropriate course of action.
Must be able to work non-standard work hours occasionally, as required to fulfill job responsibilities.

Environment/Working Conditions:

Substantial hazardous conditions exist in the work environment, normal commercial kitchen conditions exist.
The noise level in the work environment can vary from low to moderate.
Minimal amount of negative psychological factors; these factors must be addressed and considered in the performance of duties and have minimal potential for a negative impact on job employees.

Driving/traveling needs:

Occasional need to travel for training and conferences both in and out of town.
Will be required to us a county vehicle during working hours to travel to various areas throughout the county.

Safety-Sensitive Position Designation: