COOK

CookUnder the leadership of the Supervisor, Culinary Services, this position will contribute to success by producing quality hot foods according to established recipes for patient's services, retail operations and catering events. Prepare food in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations with established departmental policies and procedures. Ensure quality food services is provided at all times.Essential Job Functions:Regular, consistent, on-site, and timely attendance.Food Preparation-Prepare food according to recipes and production sheets which meets the department's standards for quality, as measured by appearance, taste, temperature and portion sizes.Sanitation and Safety-Perform food service related duties in a manner which meets the established department and health standards for sanitation and safety.Food Service-Distribute food to patients, customers and guests according to production sheets and standardized recipes in a manner which meets HACCP guidelines.Food Storage-Responsible for assuring that all food is stored safely, in proper locations and according to HACCP Policy.Select and modify appropriate patient menus to comply with prescribed diet orders.Other related duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:High School Diploma, GED or higher level of education.Six (6) months of experience in food production and preparation.Good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, and sound judgment.General mathematic ability to calculate or modify recipes.Able to operate small and large kitchen equipment.Able to read and interpret menus and recipes.Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).Travel may be expected locally between Independence Health System locations.AAP/EEO:Independence Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Independence Health System to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job-related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Independence Health System will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.