Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $13.00 - $17.50
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee wellness program
Career Development
Work Life Balance
Job Description
The job opening is with Riverside Health System, a reputable healthcare provider located in Smithfield, Virginia. Riverside Health System is known for its commitment to delivering quality health services and ensuring the well-being of patients and residents across its facilities. As a comprehensive health system, Riverside encompasses various services including hospitals, outpatient services, and skilled nursing facilities. The organization prioritizes not only the health of its patients but also the overall experience including dining and nutrition services, which are crucial to patient recovery and satisfaction.
This particular role is that of a Cook in the healthcare setting. The ... Show More
This particular role is that of a Cook in the healthcare setting. The ... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- One year food preparation experience preferably in a high volume restaurant, hotel or healthcare kitchen
- Allergen Awareness Certification - VA State ANSI-approved within 180 days
- Food Handlers Card - VA State ANSI-approved within 30 days or Food Protection Manager Certification - VA State ANSI approved
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- One year food preparation experience preferably in a high volume restaurant, hotel or healthcare kitchen
- Allergen Awareness Certification - VA State ANSI-approved within 180 days required
- Food Handlers Card - VA State ANSI-approved within 30 days required or Food Protection Manager Certification - VA State ANSI approved required
Job Duties
- Prepares food items for both patient and non-patient food services following all production plans, recipes and cooking instructions
- Maintains a working knowledge of food safety, infection control and sanitation regulatory compliance requirements and department policies and procedures
- Demonstrates accountability for ensuring availability of information necessary to ensure positive patient/customer outcomes providing service above and beyond expectations
- Demonstrates a basic knowledge to follow therapeutic menus and allergy guidelines
- Prepares all special request food items as necessary
- Demonstrates competence to complete prep work including slicing deli meat, chopping vegetables, preparing salads and sandwiches, short order grill cook, specialty pizza prep
- Serves on patient tray line and cafeteria serving line using proper portion control and plating techniques
- Demonstrates knowledge of weights and volume measurements
- Uses proper kitchen equipment and cleans and sanitizes equipment and work area
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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