Cook II - PRN

Marion County Public Health Department; Welcome (SC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in public health is seeking a dedicated Cook II to join their dynamic kitchen team. In this role, you will prepare and serve delicious meals while ensuring top-notch customer service and maintaining high sanitation standards. Your ability to work collaboratively with staff and guests will be key to providing an exceptional dining experience. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the health and well-being of the community while honing your culinary skills in a supportive environment. If you have a passion for food service and a commitment to excellence, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; culinary training preferred.
• Two years of experience in hospitality or related field.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food according to recipes and production sheets.
• Maintain sanitation levels and monitor food temperatures.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Preparation

Sanitation Practices

Teamwork

Interpersonal Skills

Safe Food Handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary Training or Certificate

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Date: Oct 28, 2024

Location: Indianapolis, IN, US, 46202

Organization: HHC

Sub-Division: Hospital

Shift: Varied (Days/Evenings)

Eskenazi Health serves as the public hospital division of the Health & Hospital Corporation of Marion County. Physicians provide a comprehensive range of primary and specialty care services at the 333-bed hospital and outpatient facilities both on and off of the Eskenazi Health downtown campus including at a network of Eskenazi Health Center sites located throughout Indianapolis.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Job Role Summary

The Cook II prepares and serves food to guests according to department recipes and in amounts specified on production sheets.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Delivers excellent customer service at all times and communicates in a professional and courteous manner with guests, hospital staff and coworkers, and works as a team member to provide the most efficient service to guests.
• Prepares and serves food to guests according to department recipes and in amounts specified on production sheets.
• Responsible for knowledge of and monitoring proper food temperatures in assigned area.
• Monitors food items for defects, such as irregularities in odor, color or taste and reports to supervisor.
• Maintains appropriate sanitation levels in the work area in compliance with the food code (proper labeling, FIFO and hand washing and glove use).
• Follows proper safety procedures when handling kitchen equipment.
• Completes side work at the beginning and end of shift as assigned, including but not limited to cleaning duties, food prep and stocking.

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Successful completion of a culinary training or certificate program is preferred.
• Two years of experience in hospitality or other related field.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read, write and understand English.
• Ability to learn quickly.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and build positive relationships.
• Demonstrates proper use of equipment.
• Follows infection control policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of safe food handling practices.
• Ability to handle complaints professionally.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a professional, courteous manner with food service personnel and other hospital staff.

Accredited by The Joint Commission and named as one of Indiana’s best employers by Forbes magazine for two consecutive years and the top hospital in the state for community benefit by the Lown Institute, Eskenazi Health’s programs have received national recognition while also offering new health care opportunities to the local community.