Prep/Line Cook

Job TitlePerforms a variety of food production duties under general supervision.Shift DetailsFull-Time (40hrs/wk). 12pm - 8:30pmEssential FunctionsThis position prepares and cooks food, serves customers, completes other duties as assigned.Follows recipes and/or instructions in the preparation of food itemsMay prepare bulk food items, large scale production, line cook or complete assembly of specialty meals and catered itemsMaintains an organized and sanitary working environmentMaintains proper quantities of production with appropriate rotation of productInteracts with customers in any venue-catering, retail outlets or patient careMay be required to deliver patient meals, cashier, stock, use automatic and manual ware-washing machinesSkillsFood HandlingFood Safety and SanitationFood ProductionFollows InstructionsRecipes – ability to understand and executeReadingOrganizingCommunicationQualificationsFood Handler Permit or ServSafe certification is required by first day of work (required only in the states of Utah and Idaho).Demonstrated ability to read and communicate effectively in English.Demonstrated ability to work independently and part of a team.Demonstrated ability to utilize safe food handling techniques, in all applicationsUnderstands workflow, prioritizes, uses timelines, understands deadlinesDemonstrated ability to provide exceptional customer service (preferred)Understands and prepares food according to modified diets using appropriate techniques where applicable (preferred)Demonstrated ability to utilize commercial cooking equipment (preferred)Physical RequirementsOngoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs.Frequent interactions with customers that require employee to communicate as well as understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately.Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer, phone, and cable set-up and use.Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transport, pull, and push equipment. Will also work on hands and knees and bend to set-up, troubleshoot, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.Remain standing for long periods of time to perform work.Tolerate extremes in temperature such as performing work at a grill or in a refrigerator and tolerate exposure to cleaning chemicals.LocationIntermountain Health Lutheran HospitalWork CityWheat RidgeWork StateColoradoScheduled Weekly Hours40Pay Rate$20.45 - $27.04