COOK

Bend, OR, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $22.61 - $28.94

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Tuition Reimbursement

Job Description

St. Charles Health System is a comprehensive healthcare organization committed to delivering exceptional medical and supportive services to its community. Known for its dedication to creating America’s healthiest community together, St. Charles embraces a vision centered on compassion, better health, better care, and better value. Founded with a mission to support patients and caregivers alike, the Health System prioritizes accountability, caring, and teamwork, ensuring a collaborative effort to improve health outcomes. The organization operates a Food Services Department that plays a pivotal role in maintaining patient satisfaction and nutritional wellness through high-quality food and beverage services, including patient room service... Show More

Job Requirements

Current Deschutes County Food Handlers Card or ServSafe Food Handler Certification
ServSafe Manager Certification preferred
Ability to stand and walk continually for 75 percent or more of time
Ability to lift, carry, push or pull items weighing from 1 to 50 pounds occasionally
Ability to perform physical activities including bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs frequently
Ability to use clear and audible voice and hear normal speech
Ability to wear personal protective equipment required for the job
Ability to comply with health codes and standards
Ability to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays
Must possess basic arithmetic and computer skills
Ability to multitask and work independently
Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Four years of previous culinary experience or associate’s degree in related culinary field with one year of culinary experience or culinary certificate with two years of culinary experience
Excellent organizational skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Customer service skills particularly in fast-paced and stressful environments
Three years of high volume and line cooking experience preferred
Intermediate knowledge of food service routines, food safety and handling
Basic to intermediate computer skills, including email and MS Office
Ability to multitask and work independently in patient room service and café
Solid communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to wear personal protective equipment
Basic arithmetic skills

Job Duties

Prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe, sanitary work environment
Follow recipe cards as well as production, portion, and presentation standards
Prepare a wide variety of daily food items for hot line patient room service and café utilizing standard recipes and cooking techniques such as braising, roasting, sautéing, frying and grilling
Complete mis en place and set-up station for breakfast, lunch and/or dinner service
Maintain clean and organized work areas including work surfaces, floors, walls and equipment in compliance with health system and food sanitation standards
Operate, maintain and properly clean standard kitchen equipment including commercial mixers, blenders, food processors, slicers, knives, ovens, fryers, grills and other equipment
Date all food containers and rotate as per policies, following food department code guidelines
Monitor inventory of food products to reduce costs and maximize utilization of space
Return unused food items to storage areas properly covered and dated
Assist in setting up plans to address food cost problems and control food waste
Implement quality control measures and ensure highest quality of food items
Monitor food quality and customer feedback
Establish and maintain strong communication with food service caregivers to meet room service and café needs
Interpret weights, measures and pricing accurately
Maintain intermediate understanding of health codes and advanced knife skills
Provide training to new employees as needed
Utilize computer applications including email and MS Office
Support other areas of food services including delivery of food to patients as directed
Uphold organization’s vision, mission and values
Champion Lean principles of continuous improvement
Maintain a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests
Conduct activities professionally and confidentially, complying with laws and policies
Deliver customer service and patient care promoting goodwill, timeliness and accuracy
Perform additional similar duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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