Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $23.63 - $31.98
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Healthcare options
term life insurance
pension plans
vacation
sick leave
Paid holidays
transit discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The hiring organization is a healthcare facility known for providing exceptional patient care and services, including food service operations within their hospital setting. They focus on maintaining high standards of nutrition and safety to support the health and recovery of their patients. The institution is recognized for its commitment to food safety, patient satisfaction, and adherence to regulatory standards such as HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) to ensure the highest quality of food preparation and handling. This organization emphasizes teamwork, flexibility, and mission-driven service to meet the dynamic needs of its healthcare environment.
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Job Requirements
- an or food handlers card or equivalent
- food protection manager certification within six months of hire
- three years of cooking experience in an institution or commercial firm serving complete meals or an associate’s degree in food service management, foods and hospitality service, or a directly-related field
- ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment
- flexibility to cover all cooking positions
- ability to follow HACCP and food safety procedures
- capability to handle cleaning chemicals and maintain a clean, sanitary workstation
- willingness to work varying shifts as assigned
- physical ability to stand for extended periods and perform kitchen duties
Job Qualifications
- food protection manager certification within six months of hire
- or equivalent certification
- three years of cooking experience in an institutional or commercial kitchen or an associate’s degree in food service management, foods and hospitality service, or related field
- basic knowledge of therapeutic diets
- skill in checking trays for diet accuracy
- ability to participate in menu planning, recipe development, and testing
- preferred high school diploma or equivalent, apprenticeship, or vocational training
- preferred ACF certification as CC
- preferred hotel or high volume restaurant catering experience
Job Duties
- prepare food items for patients and visitors according to standardized recipes and menus or instructions
- perform mise-en-place including ingredient preparation
- cook ingredients using prescribed methods
- hold and serve food at proper safe temperatures
- chill and reheat food using food safety procedures
- label and date food products for storage
- ensure all foods are handled safely according to HACCP and infection control procedures
- monitor critical control points including hand washing, cooking, cooling, holding, thawing, temperature monitoring, and cross-contamination
- prepare sanitizing agents and clean food prep areas and equipment
- dedicate time at end of shift for cleaning and sanitizing work area
- maintain adequate product and supply inventories
- request and inspect delivered supplies for quality and safety
- create and oversee production schedules
- coordinate with supervisors to adjust orders as needed
- keep records of food prepared and leftovers
- perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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