Culinary Service Line Cook

Job Title: Culinary Services Line Cook

Company: Hospitality Health ER

Location: Longview, TX

About Hospitality Health ER

Hospitality Health ER is a freestanding ER in Longview, TX that provides personal attention to all patients with first-class care. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional hospitality and customer service to everyone that enters our facility, going above and beyond the call of duty. We encourage a strong team environment, where our staff will step up to the plate during the busiest of times and lend a hand in whatever direction is needed.

If you are looking to make a change in your career and be part of an exciting team with endless possibilities for career growth, apply today! We are looking to fill positions immediately.

Overview

A freestanding ER in Longview, TX is seeking a Culinary Services Line Cook to join their team. The Culinary Services Line Cook will strive to provide proficient, competent care in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, utensils, and dishes.
• Prepare hot food, including accompaniments and garnishes.
• Follow preparation guides and provided recipes to prepare hot entrees, soups, and vegetables for dining room service, healthcare center, cafeteria, and special functions.
• Set up workstation with sufficient product and utensils; prepare cooking and food holding equipment to ensure station is ready for meal service.
• Prepare food in advance as indicated.
• Arrange eye-appealing, tasty food items following recipes for preparation and plate service of hot food.
• Complete food temperature checks for each meal and taste all food items prepared.
• Complete preparation records and store food items properly at close of meal service.
• Clean work area and equipment used in food preparation.
• Take necessary precautions and follow correct procedures for lifting and bending.
• Comply with federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures.
• Ensure all hot food preparation and assembling is done in accordance with established procedures.
• Multitask and allocate time appropriately for multiple different orders.
• Maintain cleanliness and working order of work area, tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Assist with evacuations of residents to a safe location in the event of fire or other emergency.
• Communicate with supervisor when equipment or systems are not working properly or of any safety hazards.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Knowledge of food preparation and handling techniques.
• General knowledge of safety and sanitation rules and practices.
• Demonstrates knowledge of fire safety procedures.
• Ability to work in a high volume, high stress environment.
• Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to work autonomously and make efficient use of time and resources.
• Minimum of eighteen (18) years of age.
• Demonstrated competency of Physical Assessment within 90 days, as evaluated by Culinary Services Manager.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to operate a fire extinguisher and manipulate kitchen equipment (slicer, chopper, processor, knives, etc.).
• Ability to get along well with others; high level of sensitivity and interest in people, especially older adults.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Ability to use simple math concepts.
• Current Food Handler's Permit required.
• Previous cooking/food service experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Pay & Benefits

• Night shift differential
• 401K with company match
• Additional benefits for full-time employees

EEO STATEMENT: Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Hospitality Health ER is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of female, minority, disability and veterans (M/F/D/V). Hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, citizenship/immigration status, veteran status or any other protected status.