Cook-Full Time Variable hours LGH

Centra Health; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their culinary team. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for preparing food for various services, ensuring quality and safety standards are met. You'll interact with customers in retail areas and play a crucial role in the meal preparation process. This position offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment where your culinary skills will directly impact patient satisfaction. If you have a passion for cooking and providing excellent service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Prior cooking experience in a restaurant or hospitality environment.
• SERV safe certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food for retail, room service, and catering.
• Cook food items according to menus and production sheets.
• Communicate with Nutrition Services management on daily issues.

Skills

Cooking

Food Preparation

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma / GED

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Job Description

The Cook prepares food for retail, room service, and catering. This position is Centra's front line culinary production staff. The Cook follows outlined procedures in producing hot and/or cold food items. Responsibilities include serving room service customers, preparing food in cafes and catering, and completing all cold prep tasks.

Responsibilities

1. Communicate directly with Nutrition Services management team on all issues that may arise during the day.
2. Cook food items according to menus, printed tickets, production sheets, par levels/tally sheets.
3. Assemble trays for the room service program.
4. Take customer orders in retail areas and prepare according to menu and recipe guidelines.
5. Complete taste panels each meal.
6. Record all temperatures on HACCP logs.
7. Ensure all equipment is used properly, cleaned, and inspected; report any operational issues to management.
8. Complete all prep tasks during the designated shift, ensuring everything is labeled and dated.
9. Perform other duties as assigned or requested; job specifications can be modified or updated at any time.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma / GED
• Prior cooking experience in a restaurant or hospitality environment
• SERV safe certification within 90 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• None

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare