Cook- Food Services- Full Time- Days

This position will be responsible for cooking for patients, cafeteria in addition to salad bar prep, cold prep and prepping foods for patient line as well as cafeteria. Cook- Food Service Production About The Job The Cook on in our Food Service Production Department will be responsible for preparing and cooking a wide variety of foods for patients, employees, the public and catering events, following recipes to produce consistent menu items, presenting food using proper plate presentation techniques, ensuring a sanitary work environment per state and federal standards, and tapping into your creativity to adapt to food resources and changes in supply. What You’ll Do Knowledge of materials/methods used in the preparation of food on a large-scale basis.Knowledge of sanitation/safety in handling food/equipment. Sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of the position.Prepares records of quantities used for production planning within menu cycle.Maintains demand or volume necessary to complete each meal period.Follows proper food handling techniques using HACCP standards. Records food and food storage temperatures as required.Checks and maintain coolers and storage areas for cleanliness, quality, and quality of food.Demonstrates the ability to be creative with food resources to plan and or adapt to changes in supplies.Operates and safely uses all types of food service production equipment.Works closely with the purchasing to adapt to menu items to changes in supply.Follows proper food portioning standards.Complies with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards.Uses FIFO standards when utilizing food supplies.Maintains a clean and organized work area. Responsible for meeting Manchester Board of Health, State and TJC standards.Maintains a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers. Required Knowledge And Skills Good communication skills with ability to give and receive production information.Knowledge of FIFO and HACCP standards.Ability to follow instructions.Ability to operate department specific equipment.Ability to read, write, and understand directions in the English language. Qualifications Education: High School diploma or a GED is strongly preferred. Culinary program preferred.Experience: Two (2) to four (4) years cooking experience in a restaurant or room service hospital environment preferred.Certification/Licensure: Serve Safe certification preferred.Software/Hardware: Basic computer skills preferred. Why You’ll Love Us Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employeesShort-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance coverageCompetitive pay and earned time accrual planTuition Reimbursement and career advancement opportunities403(b) Retirement Savings PlanSupplemental benefits, including access to the Welliot Health CenterAnd more! Work Schedule: Every other weekend. Hours vary: 5-1:30, 5:30-2, 6-2:30, and 10:30-7:30