Cook PRN

Cook PRN

We are seeking a(an) Cook II for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job duties:

• Demonstrates ability through-out shift to successfully work the following cooking positions: AM Tray Line, Cafeteria, Salad, Dessert, PM Tray Line/Cafeteria
• Prepare food for the patient tray line, cafeteria and special functions. Working the Hot line or salad or baking areas.
• Works at a rate consistent with other cooks.
• Completes assignments in an accurate and timely manner
• Meets food production requirements for patient, staff and physicians.
• Properly covers, labels and stores leftover products.
• Uses first-in, first-out system for product rotation.
• Insures that proper supply of product is available for the cafeteria/patient meal service.
• Demonstrates accurate food preparation techniques on modified diets.
• Accurately orders and reports produce received in poor condition.
• Demonstrates creativity when using garnishes.
• Portions and plates ready to serve desserts as production sheets require or in compliance with standard portion control guidelines.
• Maintains knives and utensils, in a safe and sanitary manner.
• Consistently minimizes waste and effectively utilizes leftovers. No overproduction.
• Monitors the quality in foods prepared including serving temperatures, appearance and palatability.
• Insures food is ready and set up prior to meal time.
• Monitors portion controls.
• Insures proper usage of cleaning and sanitizing chemicals. Uses red bucket.
• Demonstrates good leadership skills.
• Insures effective sanitation, personal hygiene (hair restraints), infection control techniques and meets health department requirements.
• Responsible during shift for clean and organized production area, reach-ins and walk-ins coolers.
• Follows cleaning schedules.
• Cleans spills immediately
• At the beginning of the shift, checks-in with supervisor for assignment.
• Follows supervisor's instructions.
• Practices professional relations skills with patients, guest, other department staff and co-workers. Notifies supervisor on any problems encountered.
• Attends Mandatory Department Meetings and educational in-services.
• Prepares specially ordered food in a timely manner
• Provides assistance on patient tray line and cafeteria when requested by supervisor.
• Food carts are clean of debris prior to uses for food.
• Performs other related functions as assigned.

What qualifications you will need:

• High School or equivalency required
• 1 year hot cooking experience required.
• Ability to organize, follow written and verbal instructions and demonstrate excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.