Cook Part Time Evening

Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

CHOC is seeking a cook to prepare meals for patients and the cafeteria, using standardized recipes and production sheets.

The role requires ensuring timely, safe, and visually appealing food with proper garnishes, while adhering to hygiene standards. Night shifts and possible weekend work are involved, with responsibilities including potential delivery and service of meals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; culinary degree preferred.
• Serv-Safe certification (preferred).
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English; follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food for patients, catering and cafeteria using standardized recipes and production sheets.
• Ensure food is prepared to meet color, texture, appearance, temperature and served attractively.
• May be responsible for delivering and/or serving of food.

Skills

English fluency

Time management

Teamwork

Customer service

Cross-training

Education

High School diploma / GED

Associates or culinary degree

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Work Location

Orange, California

Work Shift

Night – 08hrs (United States of America)

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.

Job Summary

The starting time for this position will either be at 11am or at 12 noon. This will be 2- 8 hours shifts during the week. Weekend availability may be required. The Cook prepares food for patients, catering and cafeteria using standardized recipes, production sheets and catering request forms. Ensures food is prepared in a timely manner to meet the meal service deadlines. Ensures food is prepared to meet the standards of color, texture, appearance, temperature, and that it is attractively served and garnished. Ensures food is handled using appropriate safety and sanitation standards. May be responsible for delivering and/or serving of food.

Pay Range

Minimum $21.04 Midpoint $26.30 Maximum $31.56

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience

• Required: Minimum one (1) year of cooking experience in restaurant / hotel / healthcare.
• Preferred: Over two (2) years of previous cooking experience in restaurant / hotel /healthcare, preferably with therapeutic diets.

Education

• Required: High School Diploma/ GED or equivalent work experience.
• Preferred: Associates degree or culinary degree.

Training

• Required: None required.
• Preferred: Serv-Safe certification.

Specialized Skills

• Required: Ability to read, write and communicate fluently in English, write and follow oral/written instructions and simple math. Ability to organize time; promote teamwork to achieve CHOC's mission; understand and exceed customer expectation. Willingness to cross-train within the Food Service Department.
• Preferred: Bilingual; strong catering and computer skills.

Licensure

• Required: None required.

Work Environments - Functional Demand

Medium - High energy level Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200 lbs. (Patients on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200 lbs. (ie. Patient) .

Physical Activity Requirements

Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation

Physical Activity Lifting

Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35%

Sensory Requirements

Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision

Environment Requirements

Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Non-Discrimination Statement

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities.

If you desire support or accommodations throughout the Talent Acquisition process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.