First Cook - York Hospital - Days

Poultry Science Association; York (York County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Food Service Worker to join their team. This full-time role involves preparing, seasoning, and cooking a variety of foods for hospital patients, employees, and visitors. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent cooking skills, a strong understanding of food safety practices, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. You will be responsible for ensuring that all meals meet the highest standards of quality and presentation. If you are passionate about food service and providing outstanding customer care, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Short-term disability

Education assistance

Financial education and support

Wellness programs

Caregiver support services

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking and food preparation for large groups.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks food for hospital patients and staff.
• Ensures quality and safety standards are maintained in food preparation.

Skills

Cooking Skills

Food Preparation

Knowledge of HACCP Guidelines

Teamwork

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Kitchen Utensils

Cooking Equipment

Job description

Full time (80 hours biweekly/40 hours per week)

Monday - Friday Start as early as 3:30 am, work no later than 7:00 pm

Weekend and holiday rotation (every other weekend)

General Summary

Performs a variety of tasks to assist in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of food for hospital patients, employees and visitors. Follows standard practices, procedures and sanitation. Follows standardized recipes.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Prepares, seasons and cooks food including meats, fish, poultry, and vegetables.
• Demonstrates knowledge of how to cook all food on the menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Previews menus and work orders to determine type and quantities of meats, vegetables, soups, salads and desserts to be obtained and prepared.
• Plans and coordinates cooking schedules so that foods will be ready at required times.
• Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipes.
• Sets up utensils and food supplies when needed and is able to use a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment including grinders, slicers, mixers and blenders.
• Alerts supervisor to problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies. Detects and reports spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies/equipment or other unusual conditions.
• 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 proper operation.
• Ensures that required HACCP guidelines are maintained throughout the food preparation process.
• Prepares, sets up, and tears down steam table and serving line.

Common Expectations:

• Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment and safety standards.
• Participates in educational programs and inservice meetings.
• Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
• Assists with care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.
• Maintains appropriate records, reports, and files as required.

Physical Demands:

• Standing - Frequently
• Walking - Frequently
• Sitting - Rarely
• Carrying/Lifting - Occasionally (50lbs)
• Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally (50lbs)
• Kneeling/Crouching - Frequently
• Reaching - Frequently
• Talking - Frequently
• Hearing - Frequently
• Repetitive Motions - Frequently
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Frequently

Benefits Offered:

• Comprehensive health benefits

• Flexible spending and health savings accounts

• Retirement savings plan

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Short-term disability

• Education assistance

• Financial education and support, including DailyPay

• Wellness and Wellbeing programs

• Caregiver support via Wellthy & Childcare referral service via Wellthy