Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.93 - $20.80
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Flexible spending account
Retirement Plan
Paid holidays
Life insurance
Wellness Program
Job Description
The State of New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services, in partnership with New Hampshire Hospital, offers a vital service to the community through its comprehensive healthcare and support programs. New Hampshire Hospital, located in Concord, NH, is renowned for its commitment to high standards in patient care and safety. As a state-run medical facility, it upholds rigorous policies and procedures designed to enhance the health and wellbeing of its patients, ensuring a safe and sanitary environment for all.
This job opportunity is for a Full-Time Chef I position working the 2nd shift at New Hampshire Hospital. T... Show More
This job opportunity is for a Full-Time Chef I position working the 2nd shift at New Hampshire Hospital. T... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be able to perform continuous physical activities such as standing and frequent reaching, bending or lifting related to kitchen/cooking activities
- Must complete ServSafe Certification within the first year of hire
- High school diploma or equivalent credential
- No license or certification required at hiring
- Ability to supervise, coach, and conduct performance evaluations
- Ability to adhere to food safety and sanitation regulations
- Availability for full-time 2nd shift work at New Hampshire Hospital
- Ability to use computerized menu and inventory systems
- Ability to enforce safety and departmental policies
- Must be fit for work and capable of handling cash duties when required.
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent credential
- Experience in food service or prep cooking in a commercial or institutional food service operation preferred
- Strong supervisory and team leadership skills
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
- Ability to train and evaluate staff
- Competent in using computerized menu systems
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated commitment to quality and customer service
- Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
- Physical stamina to perform continuous kitchen-related activities.
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
- Participates in performance evaluations and disciplinary procedures for cooks and food service workers
- Assures that staff adhere to standardized 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/closing checklists, and 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, menu substituting menu items when necessary, and recommends seasonal and permanent menu items
- Accesses a computerized menu system to obtain recipes, tally sheets, and requisition forms
- Logs and tracks food overages/shortages and determines left-over or waste plan
- Reviews data with supervisors
- Makes decisions according to policy and procedures 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
- Ensures compliance with established hospital and departmental safety policies and procedures
- Participates in formulation of mission, philosophy, goals, and objectives for the department
- Supports continuous quality improvement and customer service values.
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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