Cook

Responsible for preparing assigned foods for service to patients, staff and cafeteria guests.

Job Responsibilities:

• Reviews menu and special orders to determine types and quantities of food items to be obtained and prepared.
• Follows standardized recipes in preparation of all foods.
• Plans cooking schedule with supervisor and/or dietitian to ensure food will be ready at specified times.
• Ensures that all foods prepared meet existing standards for quality, freshness, taste and appearance.
• Confers with dietitians regarding modified diet preparation and use of leftovers.
• Adheres to HACCP guidelines in the food storage, handling and preparation and in the sanitation and maintenance of work area.
• Ensures that all cooking equipment and utensils are inspected and maintained for cleanliness and proper operation.
• Alerts supervisor to problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies. Detects and reports spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies/equipment or other unusual conditions.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  
  

Certifications:

• None required.
  
  

Complexity of Work:

• Requires the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
  
  

Work Experience:

• Sufficient previous experience in large scale food preparation; two or more years related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of cooking methods/procedures, including types of preparation and related routines.
• Training in institutional food preparation preferred.
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to manipulate objects for tools, reach with hands and arms, stoop and lift or move objects up to 75 pounds.
• Position requires normal or corrected vision.
  
  

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
  
  

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