Food Service Cook/Baker

Northside Hospital Inc.; Canton (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare institution where you will play a vital role in food preparation, ensuring delicious and nutritious meals for patients and staff. This position involves preparing a variety of hot foods and baked items, adhering to strict quality control and sanitation standards. You will work independently and as part of a team, contributing to a clean and safe kitchen environment. If you have a passion for food service and enjoy working in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Be part of a dedicated team that values quality and safety in every meal served.

Qualifications

• One year of food service experience is required.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepares various types of hot foods and baked items following recipes.
• Ensures food is prepared according to quality control and sanitation standards.
• Cleans and maintains kitchen equipment used in food preparation.

Skills

Food Preparation

Cooking Techniques

Sanitation Standards

Quality Control (HACCP)

Education

Food Service Experience

Tools

Standard Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Overview

Prepares food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, along with our established policies and procedures. Prepares food for patients, retail outlets, catering, doctor’s lounge, etc.

Responsibilities

1. Prepares various types of hot foods, baked items, sandwiches, and other short-order items following production sheets and approved recipes, including modified diet foods for all outlets.
2. Performs various cooking and baking operations using standard kitchen equipment such as stoves, ovens, broilers, and microwave ovens.
3. Ensures food is prepared according to quality control (HACCP) and sanitation standards, in sufficient quantities to minimize waste.
4. Distributes food to appropriate locations.
5. Works well independently given proper directions.
6. Cleans and maintains standard kitchen equipment used in food preparation.
7. Ensures the food preparation area is properly cleaned and sanitized.
8. Labels, dates, and stores leftover foods properly. Completes food temperature checks using taste and temperature logs.
9. Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Immediately reports any equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or injuries to the manager.

Qualifications

REQUIRED

• One year of food service experience.
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions.

PREFERRED

• Knowledge of common diet modifications.
• One year of experience as a cook in hospital food service or restaurant.
• ServSafe certification preferred.

Work Hours:

7:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m.

Weekend Requirements:

Yes - Rotating basis

On-Call Requirements:

No