Associate Cook - Providence Valdez Medical Center

Providence; Valdez (AK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence in Valdez, AK, is looking for a dedicated Associate Cook to prepare meals for residents and staff. You will set up dining areas and ensure all food safety protocols are followed to provide high-quality nutritional services.

This full-time position requires obtaining a National Food Handler Card and offers an opportunity to work in a supportive medical environment. Ideal candidates should have training in food preparation and some experience in the field.

Qualifications

• Must obtain a National Food Handler Card upon hire.
• Preferred coursework or training in food or nutritional training.
• 6 months of on-the-job training or experience in quantity food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food for residents, patients, and special events.
• Set up dining areas and ensure sanitation of dishes.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the Dietary department.

Skills

National Food Handler Card

Food preparation skills

Basic principles of dietetics

Job description

Associate Cook

Position at Providence Valdez Medical Center in Valdez, AK. Full‑time, 1.0 FTE, 8‑hour variable shifts, 40 hours per week.

Under supervision this position is responsible for the preparation of food for residents, patients, staff and special events. Sets up dining areas, washes and sanitizes dishes. Assures that quality nutritional services are provided on a daily basis and that the Dietary department is maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner.

Required Qualifications

• National Food Handler Card – State / County / City Authority (upon hire)

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework or training in food or nutritional training from a school, work, military, institutional or vocational environment.
• 6 months on‑the‑job training or experience in quantity food preparation, estimating food needed, requisitioning and storing food and supplies, basic principles of dietetics and sanitation and safety in food handling.