Cook - Bemidji Medical Center - FT

sanford; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union position

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a dedicated cook to prepare and portion foods for patients, staff and visitors according to menus and dietary requirements. You will work in a dynamic healthcare kitchen, emphasizing quality, safety, and teamwork.

Responsibilities include following HACCP guidelines, maintaining sanitation, operating a wide range of kitchen equipment, and ensuring accurate labeling and storage of all foods for a large hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Two years experience cooking large quantities with knowledge of standardize recipes and sanitation.
• Possess or obtain Minnesota Food Managers Certificate within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food for patients, staff and visitors according to menus and dietary requirements.
• Adhere to HACCP guidelines and food safety standards, ensuring sanitation in cooking and serving areas.
• Operate kitchen equipment, document temperatures and maintain proper labeling and storage of foods.

Skills

Cooking large quantities

Food safety principles

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

Minnesota Food Managers Certificate

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift:

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation:

Salary Range: $19..54 - $26.37

Union Position:

Yes

Summary

Prepares, assemble baked goods, cooks, seasons and portions food for patients, staff, and visitors of the designated facility, preparing and serving food within guidelines of menu and dietary requirements.

Job Description

Adheres to food quality standards of appearance, taste, temperature and sanitation. Performs washing and cleaning duties to insure sanitation and cleanliness in cooking and serving areas. Maintains labeling and storage of food, equipment, and machinery. Prepares and provides the highest quality and safest food possible to patients, co-workers, team members and guests. Works with many internal customers, requiring above average communication as well as excellent team work skills. Displays ability to cook, function and thrive in a dynamic and changing culinary environment. Follows standardized recipes and Hazardous Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines to prepare, store and use food and food products. Documents HACCP steps, temperatures and outcomes to assure the safest food possible while following production sheets for daily and weekly menus. Operates equipment such as, but not limited to, mixers, slicers, kettles, combination ovens, food grinders, food processors, ovens, stovetops, induction burners, grills, deep fat fryers, knives, dishwashers, garbage disposals, refrigerators and freezers. Possesses ability to work independently when necessary. Possesses an understanding of food safety and sanitation processes. Exhibits understanding of basic math to appropriately measure alongside displaying proficiency in reading and understanding recipes. Demonstrates ability to be on feet for the majority of the day and walk far distances throughout the hospital.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent is preferred.
• Two years experience in cooking large quantities or restaurant cooking. Strong working knowledge of cooking principles, use of standardize recipes, food safety and sanitation principles.
• Possess a current Minnesota Food Managers Certificate or obtain within six months of hire into position. A valid driver's license may be required, depending on department/facility.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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