Culinary Specialist, Hospital Cafeteria

Phelps County Regional Medical Center; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps Health is seeking a Cook to review menus and production sheets, determine amounts of food to prepare, and follow standardized recipes and HACCP guidelines. The role focuses on producing hot and cold foods for serving lines and ensuring timely meal service.

Ideal candidates will have a high school education or equivalent and at least two years in quantity food preparation, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods in a fast-paced kitchen.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent preferred; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Communicate equipment breakdowns, food shortages, or preparation errors to supervisor in a timely manner to ensure proper resolution.
• Review menus and production sheets to determine amounts of food to prepare, organize production, and produce food to meet serving deadlines following HACCP and safety guidelines.
• Serve and portion food on the tray line and keep cafeteria supplied with food during meals.
• Keep food production areas, tray line, and equipment neat, cleaned and sanitized.

Skills

Food preparation

HACCP knowledge

Basic math

Reading & writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Phelps Health is seeking a Cook to review menus and production sheets, determine amounts of food to prepare, and follow standardized recipes and HACCP guidelines. The role focuses on producing hot and cold foods for serving lines and ensuring timely meal service.

Ideal candidates will have a high school education or equivalent and at least two years in quantity food preparation, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods in a fast-paced kitchen.