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Lifespan; East Providence, Portland (RI, ME); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in East Providence seeks a dedicated food service professional to prepare and distribute meals for patients and staff. The role involves planning cooking schedules, ensuring food quality, and managing food procurement. Candidates should have a solid background in cooking techniques and food safety principles. This position offers a chance to contribute to a comprehensive academic health system while adhering to high standards of service.

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience in food service.
• Knowledge of HACCP food safety principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute food for hospital patients and staff.
• Plan cooking schedules and maintain food quality.
• Estimate food quantities and control portions.

Skills

Cooking Techniques

Food Safety

Education

Certified Food Safety Manager

Job description

Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Food Services Supervisor, responsibilities include the preparation and distribution of food for hospital patients and staff.

Responsibilities:
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Consistently apply the corporate values of respect, honesty, and fairness, and pursue excellence in improving regional health through customer-friendly, accessible, high-value services within a comprehensive academic health system.
- Review menus and work orders to determine the type and quantity of meats, vegetables, soups, salads, and desserts to be prepared.
- Plan cooking schedules to ensure food is ready at specified times while maintaining nutritional quality, flavor, and appearance.
- Estimate food quantities and control serving portions to minimize waste and leftovers.
- Consult with the Food Service Supervisor regarding modified diet preparation and the use of leftovers.
- Procure or supervise procurement of food from refrigerators, freezers, or other storage areas.
- Trim and cut meat and poultry.
- Prepare or supervise washing, trimming, cooking, and seasoning of food items.
- Measure and mix ingredients according to recipes.
- Observe and taste food during preparation; adjust ingredients or seasonings to improve flavor, texture, and appearance. Test food for proper cooking by tasting and smelling.
- Adjust heat controls and timers on stoves, ovens, steam kettles, and grills.
- Prepare cold meats, sandwiches, snacks, and beverages.
- Inspect stored meat and other food items; recommend menu changes as needed.

Other information:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Requires knowledge of cooking techniques and familiarity with cooking operations and procedures.

EXPERIENCE:

Equivalent to 2 to 3 years of experience in food service. Certified as Food Safety Manager by the National Registry of Food and Safety Professionals, with a comprehensive understanding of HACCP food safety principles.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None

Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetics, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Location: Bradley Hospital, RI, East Providence

Work Type: Per Diem

Shift: Shift 4

Union: Non-Union

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