Cook, Per diem, Hanford

Adventist Health; Hanford (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established health system is seeking a dedicated food service worker to prepare and serve meals for patients and events. This role involves ensuring food safety, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting with kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for culinary arts and a commitment to quality service. Join a team that values health and wellbeing in a supportive environment, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the community's care. If you are ready to bring your culinary skills to a fulfilling role, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and safety procedures is essential.
• Ability to manage kitchen operations and maintain cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food for patients and customers while ensuring quality and safety.
• Maintain sanitary workstations and assist in training new personnel.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation Standards

Culinary Skills

Customer Service

Education

High School Education/GED

Associate’s/Technical Degree in Culinary Arts

Tools

Blenders

Mixers

Grinders

Slicers

Tenderizers

Job description

Job Description

Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics offering primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city's historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour's travel, you can enjoy Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon National Parks.

Job Summary

Prepares food for patients, customers, and catered events in a consistent and efficient manner by utilizing food production standards and food safety procedures. Cleans, dish washes, and sanitizes dishware and equipment. Prepares and serves food items for customers and catering. Assists in overseeing kitchen and facility operations. Communicates needs to the department head and provides products for customers.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
• Associate’s/Technical Degree in culinary arts or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• SERV Safe certification or equivalent: Preferred

Essential Functions

• Prepares, seasons, and cooks food for facility patients, employees, and visitors. Displays and serves food to customers. Ensures dietary needs are met. Previews menus and work orders to determine the type and quantities of meats, vegetables, soups, salads, and desserts to be prepared. Plans cooking schedules to ensure foods are ready at specified times.
• Ensures work stations are sanitary and inventory levels are maintained. Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipes, using various kitchen utensils and equipment such as blenders, mixers, grinders, slicers, and tenderizers. Ensures each prepared item meets quality standards in taste, appearance, and ingredients, and maintains sanitary conditions throughout food preparation.
• Attends and assists in training personnel.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. All associates are required to receive all necessary vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information. By applying, you acknowledge that you have read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand their contents.

About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving over 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with more than 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, we provide care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in rural and urban communities. Our team of over 38,000 employees, physicians, medical staff, and volunteers is driven by a mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness, and hope.