Cook II - PD

01 Salinas Valley Health Medical Center; California (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Salinas Valley Health is seeking a dedicated Cook in Nutritional Services to prepare meals on schedule with quality and sanitation, under the supervision of the Food Production Manager. You will operate standard kitchen equipment, follow hospital policies, and participate in ongoing education while maintaining clean, organized work areas.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (culinary school preferred) and a California Food Handler Card within 30 days of hire; valid driver's license

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; diploma pursued if not yet obtained.
• Culinary school preferred.
• California Food Handler Card within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food on a timely basis with required quality and sanitation.
• Operates standard kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Complies with hospital and department policies and procedures.
• Maintains sanitation and cost-effective use of supplies.
• Demonstrates flexibility during heavy workload periods.

Skills

Food production

Cooking

Sanitation practices

Cost control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary school (preferred)

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Department: Nutritional Services The Cook works under the supervision of Food Production Manager.

Prepares food on a timely basis in sufficient quantity and quality, incorporating all food service requirements, service schedules and sanitation. Operates standard kitchen equipment and utensils. Performs other duties as required. Complies with Hospital and department policies and procedures. Prepares food that is palatable and appetizing prior to meal service. Completes required documents. Participates in ongoing educational activities. Utilizes in a cost-effective manner Hospital supplies and equipment. Demonstrates and ensures quality service and food safe practices Maintains equipment and work areas in orderly and sanitary condition. Demonstrates flexibility during and in-between heavy workload periods. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

A minimum of a high school diploma or GED or education in progress and commitment to obtain diploma within one (1) year of hire required. Culinary school preferred.

Licensure:

A California Food Handler Card from an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited training provider that meets ASTM International E2659-09 Standard Practice for Certificate Programs. New hires and Transfers have 30 days from date of hire/transfer to obtain Food Handler certification and must continually remain current. Valid Driver's License required.

Experience:

A minimum of five years experience in food production and three years experience as a cook. The hourly rate for this position is $36.74 - $40.69. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.

Job Specifications:

• Union: NUHW
• Work Shift: Variable
• FTE: 0.0
• Scheduled Hours: 0

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Salinas Valley Health, formerly Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, founded in 1953, is the cornerstone of what would eventually become Salinas Valley Health. Today, our highly trained team of healthcare professionals takes our renowned quality of patient care to the next level. Our team actively utilizes the latest medical techniques with our state-of-the-art technology to improve your health and well-being. In many cases this provides you and your family the opportunity to receive specialized care right here in your own community, without the need for travel. Our 263-bed acute care medical center employs more than 2,036 people and has a medical staff of more than 300 board-certified physicians across a broad spectrum of specialties, all dedicated to your care.