Line Cook - Casual - Rotating

Job Summary

Location: Methodist Women's Hospital
Address: 707 N 190th Plaza - Elkhorn, NE
Work Schedule: Casual position with varying workdays/hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food for patients, visitors, and staff per daily menus, Room Service tickets, and production sheets by following recipes and using appropriate equipment to ensure HACCP guidelines are met.
• Prepares Room Service orders according to recipes and special diets by precisely reading food production tickets to ensure food is prepared accurately and within a designated timeframe.
• Prepares and supports cafeteria meals by preparing line item meals according to recipe guidelines and menu selections to ensure food is prepared accurately and within a designated timeframe.
• Prepares all food items for catering events by following catering requests and event specifications to ensure catering functions meet customer expectations.
• Assembles final plate presentation with an eye for detail by following Room Service guidelines to ensure patient satisfaction.
• Interacts and supports patients, families, hospital staff, and Food Service team with Room Service orders and/or questions on a daily basis in a welcoming and professional manner to ensure excellent customer service.
• Maintains a clean and sanitized work environment by following Room Service guidelines to ensure a proper environment for food preparation.
• Prepares ingredients for use per departmental standards as planned in cycle and Room Service menus by reading and understanding recipes and gathering necessary ingredients to ensure minimal interruption to service.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required. Associates Degree in Culinary preferred, preferably with 2 years previous food preparation experience in a restaurant, hotel, or club environment as a line cook, or 2 years experience in healthcare or contract cooking.
• Certification in ServSafe Food Protection Manager preferred.
• Knowledge of all applicable food codes and regulations, including Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) required. Knowledge of recipes and special diets required. Skilled in various food production methods required, including baking, frying, grilling/charbroiling, sautéing, and steaming. Basic math skills required. Strong verbal communication skills for positive interaction with staff and customers required. Able to read, write, and carry out oral and written instructions with accuracy and efficiency required.

Physical Requirements

• Weight Demands: Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force.
• Physical Activity: Not necessary for the position (0%). Occasionally: Crouching, Keyboarding/typing, Sitting. Frequently: Balancing, Carrying, Distinguishing colors, Grasping, Lifting, Pulling/Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motions, Speaking/talking, Stooping/bending, Twisting. Constantly: Hearing, Seeing/visual, Standing, Walking.

About the Role

Nebraska Methodist Health System focuses on providing exceptional care to the communities they serve and the people they employ. They believe in The Meaning of Care – a culture that sets them apart by helping families grow, conveying difficult diagnoses with compassion, going above and beyond for patient needs, and celebrating patient victories. They offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a supportive work environment where all employees make a real difference in their communities.

Benefits

Nebraska Methodist Health System offers a range of benefits to its employees, including:

• Competitive pay
• Aid in financial assistance
• Health education
• Outreach to diverse communities and populations
• Community benefit activities

Schedule

This is a casual position with varying workdays/hours.

Skills

• Knowledge of all applicable food codes and regulations, including Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) required.
• Knowledge of recipes and special diets required.
• Skilled in various food production methods required, including baking, frying, grilling/charbroiling, sautéing, and steaming.
• Basic math skills required.
• Strong verbal communication skills for positive interaction with staff and customers required.
• Able to read, write, and carry out oral and written instructions with accuracy and efficiency required.