Cook – PRN

HAMILTON HEALTHCARE SYSTEM; Texas; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare system in Texas is seeking a Food Services Worker to prepare nutritional food for patients, employees, and visitors while adhering to safety and sanitation standards. Candidates should prefer a high school diploma and have experience in institutional food preparation. This role includes following recipes, managing food quality, and operating kitchen equipment.

Qualifications

• One year of institutional food preparation preferred
• Extended walking and standing, ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Responsibilities

• Prepare, season, and cook food for patients, staff, and visitors
• Review menus and determine food quantities
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards

Skills

Ability to read and write

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department

Food Services

Job Summary

Prepares nutritional food for hospital patients, employees, and visitors. Suggests menu items and assists in the requisition of food and supplies. Operates and maintains kitchen equipment. OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Class III certification required.

Job Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Skills: Ability to read and write
• Licensure/Certification: None required
• Experience: One year of institutional food preparation preferred
• Physical Requirements: Extended walking and standing, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare, season, and cook food for patients, staff, and visitors
• Review menus and determine food quantities
• Plan cooking schedules to ensure timely service
• Prepare food according to standardized recipes
• Prepare food for therapeutic diets and special functions
• Recommend menu items and food purchases
• Follow physician’s orders concerning patient diets
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment, including stove, ovens, and appliances
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards
• Report equipment needs and maintenance to the manager
• Operate POS and Room Service systems
• Assist in cleaning and sanitation tasks
• Dispose of garbage and manage linens

Other Requirements

• Maintain confidentiality and follow safety guidelines
• Assist with grocery storage and temperature monitoring
• Follow recipes and presentation standards
• Ensure food quality and adherence to therapeutic diets
• Maintain cleanliness and uphold safety and behavioral standards
• Comply with HIPAA and hospital policies
• Perform additional duties as assigned