Cook | Chester | PRN Status

Logan Health Chester; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Employee Assistance Program

Shift differential pay

Job summary

Logan Health Chester is seeking a Nutrition Services professional to provide patient-focused dietary support in a hospital setting. You will follow recipes and production sheets, adhere to HACCP guidelines, and ensure meals align with prescribed diets.

The role requires ServSafe or food handler certification preferred, plus strong organizational and communication skills to work effectively in a team or independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented and able to set priorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Team player with ability to work independently.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established procedures.
• Confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive information.
• Critical thinking and self-starter attitude.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to state and regulatory standards as it relates to position.
• Exhibits excellent sanitation practices and HACCP compliance.
• Follows recipes and production sheets accurately and efficiently.
• Meets meal deadlines with high-quality output.
• Manages inventory and coordinates with procurement for food and supplies.
• Maintains knowledge of patient diets and ensures compliance.
• Completes daily cleaning assignments with accuracy and thoroughness.

Job description

Position Overview

This position provides nutrition services according to professional standards to assigned area(s).

Mission

Our Mission: Quality, compassionate care for all.

Vision

Our Vision: Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation.

Core Values

Our Core Values: Be Kind | Trust and Be Trusted | Work Together | Strive for Excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in health care or food service setting preferred.
• Must possess ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established procedures.
• Must be able to follow recipes and production sheets.
• ServSafe certification or food handler’s certification preferred or must successfully obtain within six (6) months of hire.
• Proficient knife and equipment skills required.
• Possess knowledge of patient diets preferred.
• Computer skills sufficient to learn department specific computer systems (Meditech, Excel, Word, online ordering and recipe programs).
• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently.
• Commitment to working in a team environment and maintaining confidentiality as needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.

Job Specific Duties

• Adheres to state and regulatory standards as it relates to position.
• Exhibits excellent practice of sanitation skills.
• Follows HACCP guidelines and sets example for other staff.
• Accurately and efficiently follows recipes and production sheets.
• Meets meal deadlines reflecting high quality levels.
• Efficiently works assigned production positions and stations.
• Exhibits an excellent knowledge of patient diets and ensures compliance.
• Communicates needs for procurement and maintains inventory of food and supplies.
• Accurately and efficiently completes daily cleaning assignments.
• Consistently produces multiple menu items concurrently in a safe and sanitary way.
• The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification.
• Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.
• Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.
• Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.
• Maintains regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.

Shift

Shift: Variable (United States of America)

Schedule

Schedule: Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week.

Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

PRN Positions

PRN positions (also referred to as Casual, As Needed, or Per Diem) at Logan Health offer flexibility and are designed to provide coverage during busy periods, employee absences, and vacations, making them an excellent opportunity to support the team as needed.

PRN employees can participate in a matching 401(k) plan and have access to the Employee Assistance Program. Additionally, they may qualify for hourly differential pay for certain shifts or hours, offering extra compensation based on department-specific scheduling needs. Pay rates and scheduling practices may vary by department.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes: Criminal background check Reference checks Drug Screening Health and Immunizations Screening Physical Demand Review/Screening Equal Opportunity Employer Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.

Mission, Vision, and Values (Reiterated)

At Logan Health, our work is driven by our mission, vision, and values: Our Mission Quality, compassionate care for all. Our Vision Reimagine health care through connection, service, and innovation. Our Core Values Be Kind – We foster compassion and positivity in our work environment. Work Together – Collaboration leads to innovation, efficiency, and improved communication. Trust andBeTrusted – We build trust by actingwithauthenticity[and] ...