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Cook I - Days

Community Health Systems

Foley (AL)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 30,000

Full time

14 days ago

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Job summary

A healthcare organization seeks a dedicated Cook I to prepare and cook meals while ensuring safety and quality standards. This entry-level full-time position involves food preparation tasks, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and adhering to food safety regulations within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

  • 0-2 years of experience in food preparation or a similar role required.
  • Food Handler’s certification as required by local or state regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Prepares and cooks food items according to established recipes and standards.
  • Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of cooking equipment and work areas.
  • Participates in serving meals and ensuring correct portions.

Skills

Food preparation techniques
Attention to detail
Good communication skills
Teamwork
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Food Handler’s certification

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Job Summary

The Cook I prepares and cooks meals in accordance with established menus, recipes, and portion guidelines. This role ensures that meals are prepared safely and meet quality standards, while maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment. The Cook I contributes to efficient food service operations by following departmental policies and assisting with cleaning and sanitation tasks as needed.

Essential Functions
  • Prepares and cooks food items according to established recipes, production sheets, and portion guidelines, ensuring quality and consistency.
  • Reviews menus and secures necessary ingredients from storage, notifying appropriate personnel of shortages or substitutions.
  • Cleans, seasons, and cooks a variety of foods while adhering to food safety standards and regulations.
  • Measures, mixes, and cooks ingredients in accordance with recipes, tasting finished products to ensure quality.
  • Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of cooking equipment and work areas, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
  • Records food temperatures during preparation and on the serving line to ensure safety and compliance with standards.
  • Participates in serving meals on the tray line, ensuring correct portions and temperatures.
  • Assists with cleaning and sanitizing dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen items as needed.
  • Recommends menu or recipe adjustments to improve efficiency or address shortages.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
  • 0-2 years of experience in food preparation or a similar role required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Knowledge of food preparation techniques, recipes, and safety standards.
  • Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate measurements and adherence to recipes.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety and quality.
  • Good communication and teamwork skills.
  • Physical ability to lift and carry heavy items and stand for extended periods.
Licenses and Certifications
  • Food Handler’s certification as required by local or state regulations.
State Specific Requirements
  • Arizona: Arizona Health Department Sanitation Certificate, ServeSafe Certificate, or Arizona Food Handler Certificate required.
Additional Details
  • Seniority level: Entry level
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function: Management and Manufacturing
  • Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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