PT- Cook/Dietary Aide

Job Summary

The Cook works with other Dietary staff to accomplish all aspects of food production for patients, cafeteria food services and catering events. Daily, weekly and monthly cleaning duties are also included as assigned. The position involves working both weekday and weekend shifts and may require cross-training to other roles in the Dietary department.

Skills & Abilities

• Able to work independently and meet established deadlines.
• Able to make sound reasonable decisions.
• Organized.
• Ability to concentrate on many simultaneous detailed requests.
• Demonstrates accountability, professionalism, openness; is receptive to change, and exhibits creativity and innovation.
• Able to identify and calmly handle inherently stressful situations with tact.
• Able to develop excellent working relationships with patients, patient’s family members, physicians, and hospital staff.
• Sets and seeks guidance, direction and assistance when needed.
• Able to be flexible and take on new responsibilities.
• Effective communication skills; both orally and written.
• Ability to work with others within a team to ensure quality patient care.
• Strong critical thinking skills.

Training & Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience cooking in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• Current Serve Safe Certification required.