Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $21.00 - $32.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee wellness programs
Flexible work schedule
Professional development opportunities
Job Description
Kaweah Health is a publicly owned, community healthcare organization serving the greater Visalia area in central California. With a workforce of more than 5,000 employees, Kaweah Health delivers state-of-the-art medicine alongside comprehensive and high-quality preventive healthcare services. The organization operates an extensive eight-campus healthcare district featuring an acute care hospital with 613 beds, specialized health centers, and multiple clinics. This broad continuum of care ensures that the community receives consistent and compassionate medical attention across various needs and specialties. Kaweah Health is dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the health and wellbeing of its patients, their loved ones, and... Show More
Job Requirements
- Previous experience as a cook
- knowledge of HACCP food safety guidelines
- ability to follow standardized recipes
- understanding of safe food handling and personal hygiene
- preferred high school diploma or equivalent
- preferred ServSafe Food Handler Certification
- ability to work variable shifts part-time
- compliance with Health Department codes
- basic kitchen equipment skills
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- previous experience as a cook required
- ServSafe Food Handler Certification preferred
- knowledge of HACCP guidelines and food safety practices
- ability to follow standardized recipes and cooking methods
- familiarity with kitchen equipment operation
- strong attention to hygiene and cleanliness standards
- effective time management and organizational skills
Job Duties
- Prepares cold food menu items for cafeteria, catering and patient meals according to standardized recipes
- follows recipes and product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, slicing and serving meats, vegetables and other foodstuff
- operates a variety of kitchen equipment to measure and mix ingredients, wash, peel, cut and shred
- follows all HACCP guidelines to identify potential food hazards
- applies correct cooking methods and techniques
- tastes product, reads menus, estimates food requirements, checks production and keeps records
- sets up food on serving line in proper quantities and on time
- backs up lines as needed and responds to production needs with urgency
- completes all closing list duties effectively and timely
- complies with Health Department codes and sanitation rules
- maintains cleanliness in personal appearance, hygiene, food handling and storage
- maintains equipment and work area sanitation according to procedures
- demonstrates knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to population served
- performs other assigned duties
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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