Entree Cook

HonorHealth; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

HonorHealth is seeking an Entree Cook in Mesa, AZ, to prepare cafeteria and catering meals, including special diets. You will operate a wide range of kitchen equipment, maintain safety standards, and contribute to patient and staff nourishment with consistent quality.

The role requires 1 year of related food service experience and a Food Handler Card upon hire. A vocational training background is preferred, with on-site shifts in the evenings and varied days off.

Qualifications

• Vocational or specialized training in food service.
• 1 year related experience required.
• Food Handler Card upon Hire required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare entrees, vegetables, starches, sauces and soups.
• Prepares, seasons and cooks food following recipes.
• Sets up and services meals per schedule.
• Operates kitchen equipment and maintains sanitation.
• Stores and maintains foods at safe temperatures; documents logs.
• Checks food storage temps and compliance with guidelines.
• Plans production schedule and adapts to census.
• Ensures quality, freshness and appearance of meals.

Education

Vocational/Specialized training - Preferred

Less than High School - Required

Tools

Ovens

Choppers

Mixers

Blenders

Grills

Braisers

Turbo Chef

Range

Steamer

Food Processor

Fryer

Slicer

Infrared Broiler

Job description

Primary City/State:Four Peaks Medical Center - 1301 S Crismon Rd Mesa, AZ 85209Category:Food ServiceShift:EveningDepartment:Food ServicesFull Time- Evenings, 2pm-10pm, days off varyGreat care starts with great people. (Like you.)At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. From humble beginnings in 1927 to one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness. Behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and an unwavering dedication to what matters most — caring for the health and well-being of people and communities across the greater Phoenix area.Responsibilities: Job SummaryThe ENTREE COOK is responsible for cooking all cafeteria and catering food and all therapeutic prescribed and regular diets, including preparation of pureed, salt free, mechanical soft, renal, and ADA restricted diets. Included will be hot food items, food preparation, pulling daily stock, preparing soups, sauces, gravies, etc., operating all kitchen equipment, serving on patient tray line, cleaning work areas, equipment and utensils. May assist and direct other Food Service Workers.Essential FunctionsPrepare entrees, vegetables, starches, sauces and soups. Prepares, seasons and cooks food. Measures and mixes ingredients according to standardized recipes and specifications.Sets up and services meals in accordance with established schedule and procedures.Cooks items using various types of kitchen equipment such as ovens, choppers, mixers, blenders, grills, braisers, turbo chef, range, steamer, food processor, fryer, slicer, infrared broiler and knives.Stores and maintains food items at safe temperatures according to department guidelines and health department regulation.Conduct food temperature check of all food menu items served to the customer before and during the prescribed times of the production and service period. Document on the appropriate temperature log form.Conduct temperature check of all food storage refrigeration units in your work area (if applicable), before and during the prescribed times of the production and service period. Document on the appropriate temperature cooler/freezer log form.Plans and implements cooking process so that foods will be ready at required times.Ensures that all foods prepared meet existing standards for quality, freshness, taste and appearance.Ensures that all cooking equipment and utensils are inspected and maintained for cleanliness and safe operation.Reviews forecast tally for production count. Adjusts production for current census/customer information and supervisor instruction.Ensures that required sanitary levels are maintained throughout the food preparation process.Plans total production schedule for day incorporating cafeteria, special menu needs and patient tally. Reviews plan with supervisorVerifies food and supply items issued from storeroom. Requisitions additional items if required.EducationVocational/Specialized training - PreferredLess than High School - RequiredExperience1 year related experience - RequiredLicenses and CertificationsDriver License - PreferredFood Service\\Food Handlers Card - Food Handlers Card Food Handlers Card Upon Hire - RequiredWe're all in for your career.