Cook - PT - Evenings

Good Samaritan Society; Iowa, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Time off

Job summary

Good Samaritan Society in Waukon, IA is seeking an evening shift cook to prepare, assemble and portion food for patients and staff in a hospital culinary setting.

You will follow menus and HACCP guidelines, ensure sanitation and proper storage, and operate standard kitchen equipment while maintaining quality. On-site role with part-time hours and a 14-hour weekly schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions; basic math.
• Six months of applicable experience preferred.
• Serv Safe certification may be required depending on location.
• BLS may be required depending on location.
• Fulfill annual continuing education requirements and pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, assemble baked goods, cook, season and portion food for patients/residents, staff and visitors.
• Adhere to menu and dietary requirements and HACCP guidelines; document HACCP steps and temperatures.
• Maintain labeling and storage of food, equipment and machinery; ensure sanitation.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely (mixers, ovens, grills, etc.).
• Communicate effectively with internal customers and work as a team.

Skills

Basic math

Reading comprehension

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Serv Safe certification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS IA Waukon Ctr
Location: Waukon, IA
Address: 21 E Main St, Waukon, IA 52172, USA
Shift: Evening
Job Schedule: Part time
Weekly Hours: 14.00
Salary Range: $15.50 - $23.50

Job 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. 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 upon location requirements.

Depending on location, may be required to drive. Valid Driver's License may be required.

Benefits

Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0274224
Job Function: Facilities and General Services
Featured: No