Responsible for the preparation of a variety of regular and modified, cooked and baked products for patients and other customers. Cleans and sanitizes equipment and work area
Responsibilities Performs all duties of an Assistant Cook.Promotes/coordinates standard & special set up and layout of buffets & stations of food items as set out by Manager/ Supervisor.Competent in managing requisitions for food & supplies, menu maintenance and recipe maintenance of specific food stationsProficient in use & set-up of all equipment related to production of and superior customer service as regards specific stations (carving board & lamps, patio grills, butane burners, pizza oven, etc).Prepares and cooks a wide variety of foods following standardized recipes to achieve required taste, appearance and nutritional standardsQuickly & accurately adjust recipes through basic cooking principles & elementary mathematical skillsConstantly maintain work area and equipment in a clean, sanitary condition Promote customer service through effective completion of assignments according to schedule & time linesEffectively understand and follow oral & written directionsProficient in use of all equipment related to production of food and superior customer service (grills, ovens, steam table, mixers, dish machine, etc.)Maintains, promotes & enforces HAACP program in assigned areas including proper storage & temperature maintenance, time & task schedules & cleaning schedules; must complete & update ServSafe courseAbility to perform duties of cooks assistant, server and janitor as well as limited bakery & pastry responsibilitiesReconciliation of food usage through hands on administration & tracking resources & systemsMust adhere to all DCH Health System and Nutritional Services Policies and Procedures.May requires working variable shifts.
DCH Standards:
Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee HandbookMust adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.All other duties as assigned. QualificationsHigh School graduate or equivalent preferred. Able to read and write English and understand and interpret follow detailed written and oral instructions. Two years experience as a cook preferred. Able to operate a variety of food service equipment such as fryers, choppers, steamers, etc. ServSafe certification required.
Must be able to read, write legibly, speak and comprehend English.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental
May work in a hot humid environment. Work area temperatures may exceed 90 F. May be exposed to temperatures lower than 0 F on occasion. Risk of injury from sharp objects, hot surfaces, caustic chemicals and moving heavy parts and equipment
Physical
Medium Work. Required to stand, walk, kneel, sit or stoop with good balance on tile floors for extended periods of time. Must lift objects weighing 50 lbs on an occasional basis and 35 lbs. on a regular basis. .
Psychological
Frequent contact with staff members by telephone and face-to-face. Works both independently and as part of a team. Responsible for proper food handling practice to ensure safe food is served to patients. Must clearly and coherently communicate with staff of all ages.
Physical presence onsite is essential. Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range. Able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
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