Cook

Kaleida Health; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 29,439 - 40,942; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Buffalo, NY is seeking an entry-level cook to produce food items for patients and retail services. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and experience in food service settings. Responsibilities include maintaining a clean work environment and supporting catering services. This full-time role offers a salary range of $21.37 - $29.72 per hour based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• One year full-time or two years part-time as a cook or cook’s assistant in a food service institutional setting.
• Ability to adjust recipes for volume.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the production of food items for patients and retail services.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment.
• Support catering and other food outlets as needed.

Skills

Basic math skills

Food preparation experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

The cook position reports to the manager or, in his or her absence, the sous chef. The cook is responsible for the production of food items for patients and retail services, prepping items for the next day's menu, supporting catering and other food outlets as needed. The cook must maintain a clean and sanitary work environment and keep equipment in good working condition.

Education and Credentials

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience

One year full-time or two years part-time as a cook or cook’s assistant in a food service institutional setting is required. Appropriate food preparation experience in a commercial (restaurant) food service setting may be accepted within the same time frame. Good basic math skills and the ability to adjust recipes for volume.

Working Conditions

Essential

• Weight requirement – medium (up to 50 lbs)
• Work arrangement – onsite
• Weekend/holiday requirement – yes

Job Details

Standard hours bi-weekly: 15.00 hours.

FTE: 0.200000.

Union Code: U08 - SEIU 1199 BGH Service Workers.

Requisition ID#: 11427. Grade: S6. Pay frequency: bi-weekly. Salary range: $21.37 - $29.72 per hour.

Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.

DEI Statement

Kaleida Health’s mission is to advance the health of our community, and we believe our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategic work is mission-critical for the good of our workforce and the community who need and depend on our care and services. We understand that racism and health inequities stand firmly in the way of advancing the health of our community, and Kaleida Health envisions DEI as the pursuit of equity and restorative justice for every person. We will exemplify courage and accountability through both the professing and practice of our core values for our friends, colleagues, and community. Kaleida Health is committed to creating a culture of equity and inclusion where diversity is valued and celebrated!

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Location

Department: BGMC Food and Nutrition
Location: Buffalo General Medical Center, Buffalo, NY.