COOK

Colusamedcenter; Colusa, Northern (CA, KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Colusamedcenter in California is seeking a Cook in the Dietary/Food Services department for a full-time evening role reporting to the Food Service Manager/Dietitian. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities include reviewing patient diets, preparing foods per recipes, maintaining sanitation, portioning trays, rotating stock, and keeping kitchen areas clean. Must have English proficiency, teamwork, and Food Handler certification within 2 months.

Qualifications

• Food Handler certification within 2 months of hire.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Must be a cooperative team member.
• Able to deal tactfully with patients, staff and public.

Responsibilities

• Review menu and patient diet plans to determine required ingredients.
• Prepare food by cutting, chopping, marinating, cubing and puréeing meats, vegetables and fruits.
• Cook nutritious meals according to standardized protocols with cleanliness prioritized.
• Perform portioning on trays per patient instructions.
• Oversee cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen areas.
• Perform cleaning and upkeep on kitchen appliances.
• Timely food rotation to minimize spoilage.

Skills

Food Handler Cert

Team Player

English Proficiency

Safety Awareness

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Cook

DEPARTMENT: Dietary/Food Services

EMPLOYEE REPORTS TO: Food Service Manager/Dietitian

SUPERVISES: N/A

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time (Evening)

PURPOSE (General Description)

Cook is responsible for the following:

1. Review menu and patients diet plan to determine what ingredients will be required


2. Prepare food items by cutting, chopping, marinating, cubing and purée meats, vegetables and fruits.


3. Make menu items according to specified recipes, making sure that the right amount of seasoning is used.


4. Cook nutritious meals, according to standardized protocols, ensuring that cleanliness is given the highest priority.


5. Perform portioning activities on trays, by following set of instructions, on a per patient basis.


6. Oversee the cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen areas such as counters, floors and walls.


7. Perform predictive and regular cleaning and upkeep on kitchen appliances such as stoves, ovens, grills, fridges and freezers.


8. Timely preform food rotation activities so that food spoilage is kept in check

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Food Handler’s Certification with-in 2 months of hire


• Experience desirable, but not a requirement.


• Must be mentally alert.


• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language in an understandable manner.


• Clean and appropriately groomed.


• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept


• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, patients, family members, visitor, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.


• Must not pose a direct threat to safety and health of other individuals in the workplace.

Dress Code

Staff will wear appropriate uniforms, shoes, and accessories. Personnel shall be

well groomed with fingernails cleaned and short cropped. Jewelry, make-up and

perfume use shall be kept to a minimum.

Customer Service

• Maintain the confidentiality of all patient care information including protected health information. Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information.


• Recognizes and demonstrates that the customer is the most important person in the company through delivering high quality services. Maintains courtesy, diplomacy and friendliness with internal and external customer groups. Ensure that you treat all visitors and patients fairly, and with kindness, dignity, and respect.