Food Services Cook

Job Title

Job Description

Assists with food preparation in accordance with our established procedural guidelines, and as may be directed by the Food Services Manager. Prepares various foods depending on menu created by dieticians for each meal of the day. Operates various kitchen equipment in preparation for the meal, i.e. mixer, meat slicer, food processor, oven, steamer. Works at a constant pace to ensure that food is ready for each meal of the day. Understands menu substitutions and records them in accordance with procedural guidelines. Communicates well with patients and family members providing warm and friendly greeting and an approachable attitude to family / visitors / patients and responds to expressed concerns while displaying a helpful, caring demeanor, answers questions when appropriate in a professional manner. Follows established safety procedures when performing job tasks and/or working with equipment. Complies with Corporate Compliance Program.

Requirements

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must:

• Be a high school graduate or its equivalent.
• Have at least one (1) year food service experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care center, or other related medical center, preferred.
• This is primarily a standing position where an associate may be required to stand in one place for extended periods of time throughout an 8-hour day. Also exposed to extreme heat and cold.
• Embrace the standards, values, and beliefs of the organization.
• Be capable of maintaining effective working relationships with patients, family members, staff, and fellow department heads.

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