Cook

Mesa, AZ, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $14.00 - $18.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee training programs

meal discounts

flexible scheduling

Job Description

This position is available at a healthcare facility specializing in long-term and hospital care. The establishment is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care to its residents and patients, focusing on maintaining their health, comfort, and well-being. As a long-term care provider or hospital, the institution emphasizes cleanliness, safety, nutritional adequacy, and personalized care, with dedicated staff working cooperatively across departments to ensure a supportive environment for residents. The employment type is likely full-time, offering a professional setting that values experienced culinary staff to support dietary needs in a healthcare environment. Salary details would typically align with healthcare cook standards in... Show More

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum one year of cooking experience in hospital or long term care setting
Ability to read and follow recipes
Ability to record and manage food temperatures accurately
Must obtain and maintain ServSafe certification
Physical ability to stand, walk frequently and lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to work cooperatively with staff
Willingness to supervise and be supervised
Compliance with all cleaning and sanitation schedules
Knowledge of special diets and food preparation techniques

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Experience as a cook in a hospital or long term care facility for not less than one year
Ability to read technical procedures and recipes
Ability to present information and respond to questions effectively
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions
Ability to solve practical problems
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram or schedule instructions
Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate
Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred
Must remain in good standing with the Department of Public Health

Job Duties

Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner
Prepare tasteful meals and cook a variety of foods in large quantities
Follow prepared menus and portion control guides
Prepare special diets accurately
Record food temperatures for meals
Prepare pureed foods
Work cooperatively with personnel in all departments
Maintain quaternary solution in sanitizer buckets
Assist with serving meals
Clean cooking area and serving carts
Report resident care concerns to Administrator or Director of Nurses
Participate in orientation and training of dietary staff
Ensure food presentation is appealing
Supervise in absence of Dietary Supervisor
Follow all cleaning schedules

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