Cook

UNC Health; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health in Hendersonville, North Carolina is looking for a Cook to prepare hot foods for patients and cafeteria visitors while adhering to HACCP standards and dietary restrictions.

This role requires a high school diploma and two years of experience in food preparation. Responsibilities include cooking, storing food, and maintaining a clean work area to ensure safety and efficiency. Candidates should be prepared to work effectively in a team and contribute to a positive food service experience.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience working in a commercial food preparation setting.
• Experience in a cafeteria or institutional foodservice setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares hot and cold food for various service areas according to menus.
• Packages and stores prepared meals and ingredients safely.
• Cleans and sanitizes the work area effectively.
• Minimizes waste of resources during food production.

Skills

Food preparation

HACCP standards

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Summary

The Cook prepares hot foods for patients, residents, cafeteria visitors, and Adult Day Health participants utilizing HACCP standards, standardized recipes, and appropriate dietary restrictions and following regulatory agency standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all hot and cold food for all service areas according to appropriate menus using standardized, approved recipes.
• Packages and stores prepared meals and ingredients according to foodservice safety standards.
• Organizes, cleans and sanitizes work area for effective, safe use.
• Produces food with a minimum of waste of resources, including time or ingredients.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of experience working in a commercial food preparation setting

Preferred

• Experience working in a cafeteria or other institutional foodservice setting

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.