Cook - Hospital Dietary

Mile Bluff Medical Center; Mauston (WI); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 28.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Mile Bluff Medical Center, Mauston, WI is seeking a Cook to prepare meals for residents and guests according to menus, recipes, and dietary needs. The role supports daily food service operations in a busy healthcare kitchen.

The position is full-time (80 hours per pay period) with a shift from 11:00am to 7:30pm, every other weekend and holiday rotations. Candidates should have at least one year of kitchen experience and ServSafe certification or be willing to obtain it within two months.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one year of related food service, cooking, or kitchen experience required.
• ServSafe certification required or must be obtained within two months of hire.
• Previous healthcare, senior living, long-term care, or similar setting preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete work accurately.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and cook meals according to established menus, recipes, and resident dietary needs.
• Assist with preparing the dining room and meal service areas for scheduled meals.
• Serve meals, beverages, and meal trays to residents with correct portions and dietary requirements.
• Portion and package food according to nursing home guidelines and elder nutrition program requirements.
• Receive food and supply deliveries and store products properly.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, food preparation, and dining areas.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention practices at all times.
• Assist with additional dietary or food service responsibilities as assigned.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

Computers

Descripción del empleo

General Information:

Job title: Cook

Location: Mile Bluff Medical Center - Mauston, WI

Schedule: Full-time, 80 hours per pay period; 11:00am - 7:30pm

Weekend rotation: Every other weekend

Holiday rotation: Holiday rotation

Position Summary:

The Cook is responsible for preparing meals for residents and guests while following established menus, recipes, portion guidelines, and individual dietary requirements. This role supports daily food service operations by preparing meals in larger quantities, assisting with meal service, maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment, and ensuring food is handled safely and appropriately.

Position Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook breakfast, lunch, and other assigned meal items according to established menus, recipes, and resident dietary needs.


• Assist with preparing the dining room and meal service areas for scheduled meals.


• Serve meals, beverages, and meal trays to residents while ensuring appropriate portions and dietary requirements are followed.


• Portion and package food according to nursing home guidelines and elder nutrition program requirements.


• Prepare designated food items for distribution or pickup by the nutrition center.


• Receive food and supply deliveries and properly store products in the appropriate locations.


• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, food preparation, and dining areas throughout the shift.


• Wash dishes, utensils, cookware, and other food service equipment.


• Complete routine kitchen sanitation tasks, including cleaning appliances and preparation surfaces, emptying garbage, and checking or recalibrating thermometers as needed.


• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention practices at all times.


• Assist with additional dietary or food service responsibilities as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.


• Minimum of one year of related food service, cooking, or kitchen experience required.


• ServSafe certification required or must be obtained within two months of hire.


• Previous experience in healthcare, senior living, long-term care, or a similar setting preferred.


• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete work accurately.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Comfortable using computers and basic electronic systems required for the position.


• Ability to read, understand, and prepare food using large-quantity recipes.


• Knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and safe operating practices.


• General understanding of food sanitation requirements, proper food handling, and specialized diets.


• Ability to organize tasks and work independently in a fast-paced food service environment.


• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to identify problems and respond appropriately to changing meal service needs.