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Adventist Health

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Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee wellness programs
Career development opportunities
supportive work environment

Job Description

Adventist Health Portland is a renowned healthcare provider deeply rooted in the community since the 1800s. Located in a bustling cosmopolitan area surrounded by the natural beauty of East Portland and its environs, this esteemed institution has built a reputation for delivering comprehensive and high-quality healthcare services. Adventist Health operates a 302-bed hospital alongside 11 medical offices, home care services, comprehensive cancer care, and numerous other award-winning services. This extensive network is in partnership with Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), which helps ensure top-tier medical services and innovative patient care throughout the region. Adventist Health Portland is committed not... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school education/GED or equivalent preferred
  • associate's/technical degree in culinary arts or equivalent combination of education/related experience preferred
  • SERV Safe certification or equivalent preferred
  • possession of FSP or CFH or SERVSAFE or FH-BFSC or FH-efoodcard or OFH or FH required
  • commitment to all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter where applicable
  • compliance with organizational safety and wellbeing standards
  • ability to perform physical tasks related to food preparation and kitchen maintenance

Job Qualifications

  • High school education/GED or equivalent preferred
  • associate's/technical degree in culinary arts or equivalent combination of education/related experience preferred
  • SERV Safe certification or equivalent preferred
  • strong understanding of food preparation and safety standards
  • ability to work collaboratively in a healthcare food service environment
  • good communication skills
  • capability to assist in training kitchen personnel

Job Duties

  • Prepares, seasons and cooks food for facility patients, employees and visitors
  • displays and serves food to customers
  • ensures dietary needs are met
  • previews menus and work orders to determine type and quantities of meats, vegetables, soups, salads, and desserts to be prepared
  • plans cooking schedule so that foods will be ready at specified times
  • ensures work stations are sanitary and inventory levels are maintained
  • measures and mixes ingredients according to recipes, using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment such as blenders, mixers, grinders, slicers, and tenderizers
  • ensures each item prepared meets quality standards in taste, appearance and ingredients used, and that a desired sanitary level is maintained throughout the entire process of food preparation
  • attends and assists in training personnel
  • performs other job-related duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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