Cook

Novant Health; Bolivia (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health in North Carolina is seeking a Food Service Production Associate responsible for preparing patient meals, cafeteria items, and catered dishes under supervision. You will follow forecasted quantities, prepare ingredients, operate ovens and slicers, maintain cleanliness, and support a positive team environment while delivering compassionate service to patients and staff.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED and at least two years of restaurant or institutional food

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Two years in restaurant or institutional food service preferred.
• Vocational training in food production preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a daily commitment to meeting or exceeding the Standards of Performance.
• Prepares assigned menu items for patient, cafeteria, and catered meals according to forecasted quantities and standardized recipent.
• Cleans and prepares fresh meats and vegetables by washing, peeling, slicing, etc., using equipment such as peelers, slicers, knives.
• Combines ingredients and cooks into finished food items such as hot/cold foods using ovens, fryers, refrigerators, etc.
• Portions menu items according to recipes and production sheets.
• Cleans machinery and work area according to established cleaning schedules.
• Stores food items and cleaning chemicals according to department procedures.
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations in dealing with all members of the team.
• Maintains and promotes customer satisfaction.
• Maintains and adjusts personal schedule to enhance team performance.
• Demonstrates standards of performance that support patient satisfaction and service excellence.
• Maintains good attendance per Novant Attendance Policy

Skills

Food service experience

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Vocational training in food production

Job description

What We Offer

Works under the supervision of the Food Service Production Coordinator or Chef and responsible for the production of assigned menu items for patients, cafeteria, and catered meals.

What You'll Do

• Demonstrates a daily commitment to meeting or exceeding the established Standards of Performance.
• Prepares assigned menu items for patient, cafeteria, and catered meals according to forecasted quantities and standardized recipent,
• Cleans and prepares fresh meats and vegetables by washing, peeling, slicing, etc., using equipment such as peelers, slicers, knives, etc.
• Combines ingredients and cooks into finished food items such as hot/cold foods using equipment such as ovens, fryers, refrigerators, etc.
• Portions menu items according to recipes and production sheets.
• Cleans machinery and work area according to established cleaning schedules.
• Stores food items and cleaning chemicals according to department procedures.
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations in dealing with all members of the team.
• Maintains and promotes customer satisfaction.
• Maintains and adjusts personal schedule to enhance team performance.
• Demonstrates standards of performance (ownership, teamwork, communication, compassion) that support patient satisfaction and principles of service excellence.
• Maintains good attendance per Novant Attendance Policy

What We're Looking For

• Education: High School or GED, preferred. High school diploma or equivalent. Vocational / Technical, preferred. Vocational training in food production.
• Experience: Two years in restaurant or institutional food service, preferred.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.