Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $19.00 - $29.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
flexible spending accounts
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
retirement plans with employer match
Educational Assistance Program
Job Description
Advocate Health is a leading nonprofit integrated health system in the United States, formed from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. It operates under several prominent names, including Advocate Health Care in Illinois, Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia, and Alabama, and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin. As the third-largest health system of its kind nationally, Advocate Health is renowned for clinical innovation, superior health outcomes, exceptional consumer experiences, and advancing value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, the system serves nearly 6 million patients annually and participates in numerous clinical trials and research initiatives, with Wake... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma
- Three to five years cooking experience in hospital, restaurant, or hotel
- Ability to work weekends and holidays
- Sanitation certification by Chicago Department of Public Health and State of Illinois within 90 days of hire
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted
- Ability to meet time constraints in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to perform cleaning tasks
- Ability to communicate with others
- Adaptability to varied work schedules and volume
- Manual dexterity and eye/hand coordination
- Compliance with safety and sanitation regulations
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma
- Three to five years of cooking experience in hospital, restaurant, or hotel settings
- Knowledge of all aspects of food preparation
- Culinary arts degree desired
- Preference for hospital cooking experience
- Computer experience desired
- Good communication skills
- Ability to interpret and follow recipes
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to use kitchen equipment safely
- Ability to follow safety and sanitation procedures
- Ability to measure and weigh food ingredients accurately
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations for recipe adjustments
- Ability to read, write, and speak English
- Sanitation certified or able to obtain certification within 90 days
Job Duties
- Prepare and cook food following prescribed recipes and production schedules
- Ensure timely food production for patient, cafeteria, and catering services
- Utilize food production systems including forecasting and recording production results
- Place food into appropriate serving containers and deliver to workstations on time
- Observe and taste food to check flavor, texture, and temperature and make judgment calls as needed
- Batch cook to minimize waste and maintain meal quality
- Follow HACCP procedures to maintain food safety and record temperatures
- Maintain and sanitize work area and equipment
- Ensure proper labeling, dating, rotation, and storage of food items
- Report equipment needing repair
- Monitor food spoilage and document disposal
- Wear appropriate head coverings and gloves during food handling
- Use proper body mechanics and observe safety regulations
- Promote patient safety by reporting issues and participating in safety initiatives
- Attend mandatory in-services and complete annual training
- Submit ideas for improvements and cost control
- Participate in efforts to improve patient satisfaction
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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