Cook

Position Purpose

The cook prepares, seasons, and cooks food for patients, associates, staff and visitors in accordance with established receipts and menus. Oversees work of Culinary Assistant engaged in food production related activities.

Education and Experience

• Education: High School diploma or GED preferred. Able to read and write English. Possesses basic math skills
• Experience: Two to Three years food production experience in an institutional setting preferred.

Working Conditions

• Works in the kitchen or other areas of the building under generally comfortable conditions.
• Some exposure to excessive temperatures and high noise.
• Exposure to hazards of burns from hot foods or dishes or chemical exposure from chemicals used in cleaning.

Total Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY Benefits effective Day One!
• No waiting periods. Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
• Retail savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free close proximity parking

What You Will Do

• Reviews menus and production schedules regularly to determine types and quantities of meats, vegetables, soups, salads, etc. to prepare and plan cooking schedules to meet meal schedules.
• Measures, weighs, and combines ingredients for quantitative preparation of hot and cold food items in accordance with established recipes.
• Cooks regular and diet menu items according to established procedures following accurate recipe production.
• Ensures menu items are prepared in a timely manner and that items requiring advanced preparation are prepared, cooked and ready for assigned mealtimes.
• Maintains food preparation standards and monitors food inventories and needs, and requisitions foods from storeroom, as necessary.
• Stocks refrigerators, freezers, and cabinets as necessary.
• Completes and files daily temperature reports and checklists.
• Ensures all equipment, counters, utensils, and production areas are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
• Calls in work orders as necessary.