Cook - Part Time

10000 Sanford; Sheldon (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a food service associate to prepare and portion meals for patients, staff, and visitors in a hospital setting. You will follow menus and dietary guidelines while maintaining high safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities include operating kitchen equipment, labeling and storing items, and documenting HACCP steps. A high school diploma is preferred, with on‑the‑job training provided and potential Serv Safe/BLS requirements depending on location.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Six months of applicable experience preferred.
• On-the-job training will be provided.
• Serv Safe may be required to obtain within a designated time frame.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) may be required depending on location.
• Valid Driver's License may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, assemble baked goods, cooks, seasons and portions food for patients/residents, staff, and visitors, according to menu and dietary requirements.
• Adhere to food quality standards of appearance, taste, temperature and sanitation.
• Wash and clean to insure sanitation and cleanliness in cooking and serving areas.
• Label and store food, equipment, and supplies.
• Follow HACCP guidelines and document steps, temperatures and outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Reading recipes

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Serv Safe

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift: Varies (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20 Compensation: Salary Range: $18.00 - $23.50 Union Position: No Department Details Summary Prepares, assemble baked goods, cooks, seasons and portions food for patients/residents, staff, and visitors of the designated facility, preparing and serving food within guidelines of menu and dietary requirements.

Job Description Adheres to food quality standards of appearance, taste, temperature and sanitation. Performs washing and cleaning duties to insure sanitation and cleanliness in cooking and serving areas. Maintains labeling and storage of food, equipment, and machinery. Prepares and provides the highest quality and safest food possible to patients/residents, co-workers, team members and guests. Works with many internal customers, requiring above average communication as well as excellent team work skills. Displays ability to cook, function and thrive in a dynamic and changing culinary environment. Follows standardized recipes and Hazardous Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines to prepare, store and use food and food products. Documents HACCP steps, temperatures and outcomes to assure the safest food possible while following production sheets for daily and weekly menus.

Operates equipment such as, but not limited to, mixers, slicers, kettles, combination ovens, food grinders, food processors, ovens, stovetops, induction burners, grills, deep fat fryers, knives, dishwashers, garbage disposals, refrigerators and freezers. Possesses ability to work independently when necessary. Possesses an understanding of food safety and sanitation processes. Exhibits understanding of basic math to appropriately measure alongside displaying proficiency in reading and understanding recipes.

Demonstrates ability to be on feet for the majority of the day and walk far distances throughout the hospital.

Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Possesses ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions. Ability to perform basic math. Minimum of six months of applicable experience preferred. On-the-job training will be provided. Depending upon location of hire, Serv Safe may be required to obtain within a designated time frame. Additional endorsements to Serv Safe may be required depending upon location. Fulfill annual continuing education requirements of the department and facility including departmental meetings, safety education and mandatory in-services. Basic Life Support (BLS) may be required depending on location requirements. Depending on location, may be required to drive. Valid Driver's License may be required.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill. Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News. Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.