Second Cook-Food Service Food Production - WST- Part Time-Weekends/Holidays

Mount Sinai Health System is a prestigious and expansive academic medical system located in the New York metropolitan area, renowned for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and comprehensive healthcare delivery. With more than 48,000 employees spread across eight hospitals, over 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 laboratories, a distinguished school of nursing, and a top-ranked medical school, Mount Sinai embodies a culture of advanced medical research and compassionate patient care. The health system's mission is to improve health outcomes for diverse populations through scientific discovery, education, community engagement, and the integration of cutting-edge technology such as artificial intelligence and informatics. Mount Sinai is highly ranked nationwide and globally for a variety of specialties, providing employee opportunities within a world-class healthcare environment that emphasizes respect, inclusion, and professional growth.

The role of Second Cook within the Food Service Food Production team at Mount Sinai West is a part-time position focused on weekends and holidays. This is an opportunity to contribute to the critical food service operations in a renowned academic medical institution. The appointed individual will be responsible for producing, portioning, and dispatching food items to meet the nutritional needs of patients and non-patient services, ensuring all food is prepared to the highest departmental and regulatory standards. The position requires adherence to strict safety, sanitation, and food handling protocols, emphasizing recipe and portion control, proper food storage, and waste disposal. Detailed attention to quality control with respect to food temperature, appearance, and quantity is paramount. The Second Cook will operate various kitchen equipment safely and maintain compliance with standards such as OSHA and JCAHO. This role is integral in supporting daily food production schedules and contributing to recipe development and yield tests. The compensation for this role ranges from $29.399 to $31.5077 per hour, reflecting experience, education, and operational needs. A successful candidate will join a supportive team environment that values safety, communication, and professional development, aligning with Mount Sinai’s dedication to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered.