Food Services Cook/Baker

Northside Hospital Inc.; Cumming (GA); 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 for patients and staff. This position requires a dedicated individual who can follow established guidelines and ensure that meals are prepared with the highest quality and safety standards. You will be responsible for cooking a variety of dishes, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, and adhering to health regulations. If you have a passion for food service and want to make a difference in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepares hot foods and baked items following recipes.
• Ensures food is prepared with proper quality control and sanitation.
• Cleans and maintains kitchen equipment.

Skills

Food Preparation

Quality Control (HACCP)

Sanitation Standards

Cooking Techniques

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Standard Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Overview

Prepares food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, following 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, 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 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 preferred.

Work Hours:

6:15 a.m. - 6:15 p.m.

Weekend Requirements:

Yes - Rotating basis

On-Call Requirements:

No