Food Service Cook/Baker

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their food service team. In this role, you'll prepare a variety of meals for patients and staff, ensuring adherence to health and safety standards. You'll work independently and collaboratively, utilizing your culinary skills to create nutritious and delicious meals. If you're passionate about food service and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values quality and service, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of others through your culinary expertise.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepares various hot foods and baked items following approved recipes.
• Ensures food is prepared using proper quality control and sanitation standards.
• Cleans and maintains kitchen equipment used in food preparation.

Skills

Food Preparation

Quality Control (HACCP)

Sanitation Standards

Cooking Techniques

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Stoves

Ovens

Broilers

Microwave Ovens

Job description

Overview

Prepares food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, following 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, and prepares modified diet foods for all outlets.
2. Performs various types of cooking and baking operations using standard kitchen equipment such as stoves, ovens, broilers, and microwave ovens.
3. Ensures that food is prepared using proper quality control (HACCP) and sanitation standards, and 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 that the food preparation area is properly cleaned and sanitized.
8. Properly labels, dates, and stores leftover foods. Completes food temperature checks utilizing taste and temperature logs.
9. Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Immediately reports any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or injuries/accidents involving employees, patients, or visitors 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 (1) year experience as a Cook in hospital food service or restaurant.
• ServSafe certification is preferred.

Work Hours:

6 am - 6 pm

Weekend Requirements:

Yes - Rotating basis

On-Call Requirements:

No