Entree Cook

30 Shea Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

HonorHealth Shea Medical Center in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking an Entree Cook for night shifts (4pm-1:30am) to prepare cafeteria and catering meals, following therapeutic and ADA dietary guidelines.

You will operate kitchen equipment, monitor temperatures, and help other Food Service staff while ensuring quality and safety in all preparations.

Qualifications

• Education includes a technical training diploma or degree; vocational training preferred.
• Related experience in food service or healthcare setting is expected.

Responsibilities

• Prepare entrees, vegetables, starches, sauces and soups.
• Cook items using various kitchen equipment and ensure proper food temperatures.
• Maintain sanitary levels and stock as per recipes and schedules.
• Assist other Food Service Workers and support patient meal service.

Skills

Cooking skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Technical Training Diploma/Degree

Job description

Primary City/State: Shea Medical Center - 9003 E Shea Blvd Scottsdale, AZ 85260

Category: Food Service Shift: Night Department: Food Services Full-Time Nights, 4pm-1:30am, Varied days

Great 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 SUMMARY The 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 FUNCTIONS

Prepare 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 supervisor

Verifies food and supply items issued from storeroom.

Requisitions additional items if required.

EDUCATION

Less than High School Required Technical Training Diploma/Degree Vocational/Specialized training Preferred

EXPERIENCE related experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Food Handlers Card - Certification Food Service\ - Food Handlers Card Upon Hire Required Drivers License (DL) - License Driver License Preferred

We're all in for your career. Expert care from experts who care. At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. Our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness, but behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and unwavering dedication. We’re delivering a healthcare experience that simply feels better through:

• Nine acute-care hospitals
• Over 200 primary, specialty and urgent care centers
• More than 17,000 team members and 4,000 medical staff

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