Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $16.37 - $24.89
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
Group Term Life Insurance
wellness programs
Job Description
Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a well-established, locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system founded in New Mexico in 1908. It stands as the state's largest private employer, with nearly 14,000 employees, including more than 1,600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses. The organization encompasses nine hospitals, a statewide health plan, and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Serving over 580,000 members statewide, Presbyterian offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care), and Commercial health plans. Committed to enhancing the health of patients, members, and the communities it serves, Presbyterian actively participates in local initiatives such as hosting growers' markets and partnering with communities to improve New Mexicans' health outcomes. The organization fosters a supportive and health-conscious work environment with smoke-free campuses and a drug-free, tobacco-free workplace policy. Being an equal opportunity employer, Presbyterian values diversity and inclusion, supporting veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The role of Cook II at Presbyterian Rust Medical Center is an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals seeking full-time employment with varied shifts. The position offers a competitive compensation range from $16.37 to $24.89 per hour, reflecting the importance of skill and experience in the role. As a Cook II, the successful candidate will prepare hot food items for various areas according to menu cycles, including cold prep, grab-and-go selections, bulk production, and short-order grill items. This role requires proficiency in multiple cooking methods such as pan frying, sautéing, deep frying, boiling, baking, and roasting, as well as operating equipment like flat-top grills, convection ovens, deep fat fryers, quick cook ovens, and charbroilers. The Cook II will perform preliminary food preparation for the next day, assist in food serving, maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards, and demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills when interacting with guests. This position is non-exempt, emphasizing hands-on food preparation and interaction in a high-volume hospital cafeteria setting. Employees in this role will benefit from a comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision coverage, disability plans, group life insurance, and wellness programs that reward active participation in health and well-being activities. Joining Presbyterian Healthcare Services means contributing to a mission-driven organization deeply committed to community health and personal well-being, making this Cook II position not only a job but a meaningful career opportunity.
The role of Cook II at Presbyterian Rust Medical Center is an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals seeking full-time employment with varied shifts. The position offers a competitive compensation range from $16.37 to $24.89 per hour, reflecting the importance of skill and experience in the role. As a Cook II, the successful candidate will prepare hot food items for various areas according to menu cycles, including cold prep, grab-and-go selections, bulk production, and short-order grill items. This role requires proficiency in multiple cooking methods such as pan frying, sautéing, deep frying, boiling, baking, and roasting, as well as operating equipment like flat-top grills, convection ovens, deep fat fryers, quick cook ovens, and charbroilers. The Cook II will perform preliminary food preparation for the next day, assist in food serving, maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards, and demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills when interacting with guests. This position is non-exempt, emphasizing hands-on food preparation and interaction in a high-volume hospital cafeteria setting. Employees in this role will benefit from a comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision coverage, disability plans, group life insurance, and wellness programs that reward active participation in health and well-being activities. Joining Presbyterian Healthcare Services means contributing to a mission-driven organization deeply committed to community health and personal well-being, making this Cook II position not only a job but a meaningful career opportunity.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Three to five years experience in food preparation and cooking in a high-volume environment
- Ability to read and understand production tickets
- Competency in knife skills
- Knowledge of food service safety practices and procedures
- Ability to operate kitchen equipment including flat top grills, convection ovens, deep fat fryers, quick cook ovens, and char broilers
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Ability to work varied shifts including days and hours
- Non-exempt employment status
Job Qualifications
- Three to five years experience in high volume preparation and cooking of food in a hotel, restaurant, cafeteria, catering firm, government or private institution
Job Duties
- Assists in the preparation of hot food items for all areas as indicated by menu cycles
- Responsible for preliminary preparation of food items for next day as indicated by menu cycle
- Ability to read production tickets
- Assists with routine cleaning and sanitation of areas
- Assists with serving food items as indicated by established workflow
- Must demonstrate competency in knife skills
- Must demonstrate competency in food service safety practices and procedures, and temperature control
- Perform cooking, plating and completion of dishes in view of/interacting with customers
- Assists with fruit and vegetable preparation and food portioning, and other bulk food preparation
- Assists with preparing Grab and Go and other retail items
- Ability to take and fill orders verbally
- Must be proficient in utilization of flat top grill, convection oven, deep fat fryer, quick cook ovens, and char broiler
- Must be proficient in various cooking methods including pan frying, sauteing, deep frying, boiling, and baking/roasting
- Demonstrate customer service and communication skills with guests
- Assists with other duties as needed
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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