Cook / Dietary Aide

The Dietary Aide/Cook is responsible for preparing all daily menus and special diet foods, and the preparation of pre-plated meals based on procedures. Prepares meals and snacks according to diet orders, pre-plated guidelines, and portion size requirements.
Duties may include but are not limited to:

• Ensures that food quality is obtained and maintained.
• Record food temperatures.
• Prepares correct textures/consistencies.
• Maintains the nutritional value of the food.
• Assures palatable and tasty meals.
• Cleans and sanitizes all working areas and kitchen equipment according to daily/weekend cleaning assignments.
• Uses appropriate cleaning and sanitizing agents in a safe manner on all work surfaces and floors.
• Follows all rules and regulations for food serving procedures to ensure a safe and sanitary environment.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Ability to read, write and speak in English
• Must pass a Level II background check, a pre-employment physical and a drug screen and PPD
• One to three-plus years’ experience in commercial kitchens, long term care, or intellectual disabilities organization
• Must be able to effectively communicate in English (read, write, and speak) with employees, peers, supervisors, program participants, and others.
• Ability to follow recipes and other instructions.
• Must be detail-oriented and thorough with the ability to work quickly and efficiently and adapt quickly to unexpected changes.
• Effective problem-solving, reasoning, and critical thinking skills.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.

Benefits for FT employees:

• Health Insurance, Dental, and Vision
• 403b Retirement Plan with matching
• 3 weeks of accrued PTO per year
• Paid Recognized holidays

ANN STORCK CENTER is an Equal Opportunity Employer & a Drug-Free Workplace (DFWP). It is the policy of ANN STORCK CENTER to assure that all employees and applicants for employment shall be afforded equal opportunity in all aspects of human resources management without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, religion, retaliation, age political affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, and persons with disabilities, except when age or sex is a bona fide occupational qualification. All departments and agency heads are requested to communicate their support for this policy to their subordinates. Applicants may contact Human Resources if accommodations are needed to apply or interview for a vacancy.
ABOUT ANN STORCK CENTER - Ann Storck Center is dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adults with developmental disabilities. The mission throughout all our programs and services is to discover ability and build independence so that our individuals live happier, more independent, fulfilling lives.
This takes a whole lot of heart – from our dedicated staff and amazing families to our outstanding leadership, loyal partners, generous supporters, and most of all – the children and adults we serve daily.


About Ann Storck Center:

Ann Storck Center, located in sunny Fort Lauderdale, is a highly acclaimed non-profit organization serving the needs of children and adults in South Florida who present severe and multiple developmental disabilities including epilepsy, cerebral palsy, autism, and intellectual disabilities. Ann Storck Center hosts several community programs such as Outpatient Therapy, Residential/ICF, Preschool, Afterschool, Adult Day Training, and Expressive Arts programs. We are dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adults with developmental disabilities!