Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $30.29 - $31.35
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Job Description
This job opportunity is with a well-established healthcare facility specializing in delivering compassionate and high-quality food services to patients and staff. As a leading institution, the company is committed to providing nutritious, safe, and delicious meals that meet the unique dietary needs of its diverse patient population. The organization upholds rigorous standards in food safety, sanitation, and patient rights, ensuring that every meal prepared contributes positively to patient care and recovery. With a focus on adherence to health regulations and continuous performance improvements, the workplace maintains a clean, safe, and professional environment where employees are encouraged to develop their culinary... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- minimum of 2 years culinary education or 2 years cooking experience, preferably in an institutional setting
- knowledge of HACCP food safety and sanitation guidelines
- ability to follow standardized recipes and portion controls
- experience in maintaining food temperature documentation
- proficiency in food handling and safety
- ability to prepare altered food consistencies
- good communication skills
- ability to work as part of a team
- flexibility to participate in performance improvement projects
- physical ability to adhere to safety guidelines
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- minimum of 2 years of culinary education or 2 years cooking experience, preferably in an institutional setting (hospital, nursing home)
- strong knowledge of sanitation and safety procedures
- good communication and interpersonal skills
- ability to follow standardized recipes and portion controls
- basic knowledge of dietary supplements preparation
- ability to mechanically alter food consistencies as per nutritional guidelines
- experience in food production record keeping
- ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment
- commitment to patient rights and confidentiality
Job Duties
- Prepares food according to standardized recipes and cooking techniques
- maintains a clean work environment
- handles food and uses equipment in accordance with established sanitary and safety procedures (HACCP)
- adheres to all safety guidelines
- covers, labels, and dates all foods
- maintains proper food and beverage temperatures
- documents food temperatures and thermometer calibrations
- adheres to food production tallies
- mechanically alters food and beverage consistencies as per the Nutrition Care Manual
- follows procedures for menu substitutions when necessary
- sets up and prepares foods for catered events and meetings
- follows First In, First Out (FIFO) method of inventory
- prepares dietary supplements such as protein powder, skim milk powder, bran flakes
- carries out all assignments to help the department comply with sanitary codes and hospital regulations
- maintains proper portion control respecting patient rights
- maintains courteous and professional demeanor
- prepares meal substitutes of equal nutritional value
- communicates effectively with others
- adheres to all policies and procedures
- participates in departmental performance improvement projects
- attends departmental and hospital inservices
- attends departmental and cooks meetings
- adheres to all physical safety procedures
- participates in safety drills and mandatory safety training
- performs related duties as required
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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