Cook II, FT Days

PIH Health, Inc.; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

PIH Health, Inc. in Whittier, California, is looking for a skilled Cook II to prepare, cook, and bake a variety of foods for patients and events. The successful candidate will follow standardized recipes, adhere to HACCP guidelines for food safety, and assist in catering activities.

This role involves maintaining a clean work area, controlling food waste, and assuming responsibilities in the absence of senior cooks. Knowledge of modified diets is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience with food preparation and cooking.
• Knowledge of HACCP guidelines.
• Ability to manage food waste and production.

Responsibilities

• Perform cooking tasks for various food services.
• Follow standardized recipes and HACCP procedures.
• Assist in upscale catered events as needed.

Job description

The Cook II performs a variety of tasks associated with the preparation, cooking, baking, cake cutting and panning of food for patients, cafeteria, catering and Jazzman's. Utilizes standardized recipes and serving schedules. Controls waste and under/overproduction of foods. Cooks food to proper cooking temps per HACCP guidelines. Follows HACCP guidelines for food preparation and service. Familiar with modified diets. Assists with service for upscale catered events. Functions as “back-up” to senior cook and assumes responsibility for food production in their absence. Cleans work area. May be asked to do other tasks associated with food service as the need arises.