Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
4 days ago
Cook - Per Diem and Full Time - Nazareth Hospital
Employment Type:Full timeShift:Rotating Shift

Description:The cook is responsible to supervise the hot food production and other areas as assigned. Ensures meal service demands are met and customer approval ratings are high. Participates in creating menus, purchasing foods, controlling food costs and maintaining a sanitary work environment. The person in this position will demonstrate leadership.

Full Time and Per Diem Shifts available

*Must be able to work weekends and holidays as needed*

Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.

Participates constructively in PI activities in the department

Recognizes special needs/concerns of populations served and adjusts communication accordingly, i.e., language barrier, diminished hearing, concrete terms, etc.  Recognizes and integrates cultural differences in menu planning and food production.

Prepares food for all ages; utilizes recipes appropriately.  Ensures food is prepared in accordance with HACCP guidelines.

Produces appropriate amounts of food; ascertains that proper quantities are prepared and leftovers utilized.  

Illustrates the importance of temperature, appearance, flavor and texture of food.

Illustrates knowledge of chronological age when preparing diets.

Participates in menu planning for a variety of service areas, including patient, cafeteria, and special events.

Participates in production meetings.  Assists with food purchasing.

Demonstrates the ability to skillfully prepare all menu items and meet service time standards.

Handles special requests or complaints with a customer focus.  Communicates effectively in a courteous, respectful, manner.

assumes ownership of of work area; maintains a neat, clean, clutter free environment.

Maintains clean production equipment, ensures that all production is in proper working order, takes malfunctioning equipment out of service.  

Maintains department sanitation standards, practices HACCP infection control guidelines.  Is aware of and keeps food out of danger zone.  Ensures sanitation standards are met by self and staff.  

Demonstrates safety precautions when using equipment:  slicer, steam kettles, steamers, steam tables, braisers, ovens, broliers, knives, grill, can openers, blenders, microwaves, ranges, stove, warmers.

Other duties as needed and assigned by the manager.

Adheres to applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Integrity and Compliance Program and Code of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures. 

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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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