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State of New Hampshire

CHEF I

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.00 - $21.00
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Work Schedule

Fixed Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Flexible Schedule
Paid holidays
Wellness Program

Job Description

The State of New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services operates New Hampshire Hospital, a key institution located at 36 Clinton Street, Concord, NH. New Hampshire Hospital is dedicated to providing comprehensive psychiatric care and support services within the community. Serving as a crucial part of the state's healthcare infrastructure, the hospital emphasizes a commitment to quality, safety, and the well-being of both patients and staff. With a strong focus on compliance with state regulations and healthcare standards, the Department strives to foster a positive and efficient working environment for its employees in a variety of roles.

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Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent credential
  • ServSafe Certification or willingness to obtain within first year
  • ability to perform continuous physical activities such as standing, frequent reaching, bending, or lifting
  • experience in food service or prep cooking preferred
  • must comply with hospital and departmental safety policies
  • ability to participate in coaching, counseling, and disciplinary procedures
  • physical capability to handle kitchen workload

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent credential
  • ServSafe Certification
  • experience in food service or prep cooking in a commercial or institutional food service operation preferred
  • leadership experience including supervising and training staff
  • ability to use computerized menu systems
  • knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
  • good communication and coaching skills
  • experience in record keeping and compliance with food service protocols

Job Duties

  • Assigns and supervises cooks and food service workers to assure effective and efficient completion of all tasks and rejects unsatisfactory work
  • facilitates a team approach with subordinates through coaching and counseling and participates in performance evaluations and disciplinary procedures
  • assures that staff adhere to standardized written recipes and prescribed portion sizes
  • responsible for the safe and sanitary production of all foods for patient, cafeteria, and catering events
  • actively supports the smooth operation of the patient trayline including the timeliness of tray distribution
  • completes temperature logs, waste logs, pre-service checklists, tally and portion control logs, opening and closing checklists, employee daily assignment sheets
  • participates in interviews for new cooks and food service workers
  • trains and is responsible for personnel in new procedures, use of utensils, equipment, recipes, food storage, sanitation, hygiene
  • assures compliance with safety policies and procedures and with general and specific cleaning of equipment and work areas
  • participates in short- and long-range departmental planning including staffing and menu adjustments
  • accesses a computerized menu system to obtain recipes, tally sheets and requisition forms
  • logs and tracks food overages and shortages and determines leftover or waste plan and reviews data with supervisors
  • makes decisions according to policy and procedure such as enforcing late policy, sanitation and safe food handling practices, food quality and disciplinary actions
  • performs duties and acts in the best interest of the department in the absence of the Chef II, including cash handling and determination whether employees are fit for work

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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