Cook

SUMMARY

This position prepares hot food items for patient tray line, cafeteria, doctor's lounge, and catering functions according to production schedule.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability to be successful.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to the following)

• Prepare all food items specified on daily production records in quantities indicated.
• Meet time deadlines for Meals on Wheels, patient trays, cafeteria service, and catering.
• Follow standardized recipes.
• Utilize batch cooking procedures to insure a quality product.
• Document and record temperatures as required

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Minimum one year of previous experience in a hospital or institution.
• Serv Safe certificate or willing to obtain it upon hire.
• Basic supervisory experience preferred

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of industrial cooking skills.
• Knowledge of special diet cooking methods.
• Knowledge of temperature requirements.
• Basic computer and software skills.
• Effective multitasking ability and time management skills