Cook
- Position Summary
- Under general supervision, prepares and cooks hot foods for patients, employees, visitors, community outpatient services and special functions, working from established recipes and menu cycles.
- Position Responsibilities
- Unit Specific Position Responsibilities
- Complies with department sanitation standards in accordance with the Iowa department of Inspections and Appeals
- Demonstrates knowledge and performs operation of all kitchen equipment including: Ovens, steamers, tilt skillet, dish machine, warmers, steamtables, Date Code genie, griddle, char broiler and floor mixer.
- Reports all malfunctions of equipment including high or low temperatures of refrigeration and ovens.
- Maintain First In, First Out (FIFO) of all food items stored in refrigerators, freezers and dry storage areas.
- Prepares foods according to standardized recipes and/or instructions from the chef or manager.
- Responsible for proper labeling and dating of foods stored in coolers, freezers and storerooms.
- Maintains a clean and proper uniform with non-skid, slip resistant shoes and proper hair restraint.
- Follows specific guidelines of diets as prescribed by patient physician.
- Takes inventory of work area and restocks as necessary prior to end of shift.
- All foods are served at appropriate temperature.
- Cleans and inspects kitchen equipment and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation. Washes pots and pans, utensils and other equipment as needed.
- Communicates effectively with supervisor via email, phone, text messaging or in person.
- Unit Specific Position Responsibilities
- Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience
- Required Qualifications (Including any licensure, certification, education):
- Two years experience in food preparation and recipe adjustment on a moderately large scale.
- Ability to read and write.
- Knowledge of preparation of a large variety of foods.
- Knowledge of operation of food service equipment.
- Knowledge of quality and sanitation standards.
- Ability to understand oral and written instructions.
- ServSafe Certified after 12 months of employment
- Ability to read, follow, and size recipes
- Organizational Requirements:
- Maintain stroke education per regulatory requirements.
- Preferred Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
- None Specified
- Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
- None Specified
- Required Qualifications (Including any licensure, certification, education):
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