Hospital Cook

Duties

• Follows cooking instructions from the Dietary Manager to cook meals
• Updates supervisor in regard to unstocked items, etc in a timely manner
• Creates recipes under the direction and supervision of the Dietary Manager/Dietitian
• Prepares sandwiches, salads, fruit and other food items for the refrigerator case
• Prepares patient meals according to patient’s diet
• Follows menu and Dietary Manager’s instructions to adhere to the Patient Menu
• Establishes and maintains positive customer relations
• Pulls clean dish racks from the dishwashing machines and store dishes in appropriate areas
• Adheres to HACCP standards and health departments regulations
• Upholds safety and sanitation for both the Kitchen and storage areas
• Assists with the preparation of birthday parties and other catered events as needed

Qualifications

• Demonstrates eligibility to work for any employer in the U.S.
• High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent
• SafeServ certified preferred
• Ability to cook healthy and tasty meals
• Previous experience within a healthcare environment is preferred
• At least one (1) year of experience cooking for a restaurant, and/or quantity cooking experience required
• General knowledge of quantity, food preparation and serving
• Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards
• Able to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment while maintaining positive energy
• Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for professional advancement
• Able to work compassionately with patients and coworkers to exhibit patient care second to none
• Exudes respect and flexibility to impact the workplace in a positive manner
• Detailed oriented, conscientious and committed to precision in work results
• Ability to perform to a high level of accuracy
• Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for professional advancement of self and others
• Previous experience within field or related work environment is preferred