Head Cook (Aultman Hospital)

Careers Opportunities at AVI Foodsystems; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Continual training and growth oppt.

Health, Life, Dental and Vision for FT

401(k)

Paid vacation and holidays

Advancement opportunities

Company provided uniforms

Stable work environment

Family culture and atmosphere

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems at Aultman Hospital in Canton, OH is seeking a Full-Time Head Cook to lead a fast-paced healthcare culinary team. The role involves cooking from scratch for patients and guests with attention to food safety and quality.

The starting wage is based on experience and education. Candidate should have 2+ years in a culinary lead role, with healthcare kitchen experience preferred and the ability to adapt to changing conditions.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred but not required.
• Two or more years of experience in a culinary lead role.
• Experience in a high-volume environment preferred.
• Ability to build relationships by actively listening and responding to client’s needs.
• Adaptable to changing business conditions.
• Comfortable dealing with fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and food to meet specifications in a timely manner.
• Properly measure kitchen ingredients and food portions.
• Ensure kitchen staff adhere to set standards, procedures, rules and sanitation requirements.
• Use kitchen knives and equipment such as grills, ovens, steamers and warmers in food preparation.
• Manage the kitchen inventory and ensure supplies are fresh and of high quality.
• Ensure proper food temperatures when cooking and proper storage afterward.
• Keep the workstation and kitchen equipment clean, organized and sanitized.
• Take charge of kitchen opening, closing and other duties as directed by the Executive Chef.

Job description

AVI Foodsystems at Aultman Hospital is seeking an applicant for a Full-Time Head Cook position. Starting wage is based on experience and education. This is a rewarding, fast paced position in the healthcare culinary field with a passionate and knowledgeable leadership team. The candidate will be part of a team that cooks from scratch for our Patients and Guests. Applicants should understand basic food safety and experience in a high-volume kitchen. A positive attitude, teamwork, a desire to succeed, and the ability to get things done are a must.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and food to meet specifications in a timely manner
• Properly measure kitchen ingredients and food portions
• Ensure kitchen staff adhere to set standards, procedures, rules and sanitation requirements
• Use kitchen knives and equipment such as grills, ovens, steamers and warmers in food preparation
• Manage the kitchen inventory and ensure supplies are fresh and of high quality
• Ensure proper food temperatures when cooking and proper storage afterward
• Keep the workstation and kitchen equipment clean, organized and sanitized
• Take charge of kitchen opening, closing and other duties as directed by the Executive Chef
• Culinary degree preferred not required
• Two or more years of experience in a culinary lead role
• Experience in a high volume environment preferred
• Ability to build relationships by actively listening and responding to client's needs
• Adaptable to changing business conditions
• Comfortable dealing with fast-paced environments

Qualifications

• Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Available to work flexible hours that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights and/or holidays
• Available to perform many different tasks during each shift.
• Ability to work independently and without supervision.
• We conduct pre-employment screening. EOE.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Continual training and growth opportunities.
• Health, Life, Dental and Vision coverage for full time team members
• 401(k)
• Paid vacation and holiday time
• Advancement opportunities
• Company provided uniforms
• Stable work environment
• Family culture and atmosphere
• And much more

We conduct pre-employment drug testing and background checks. EOE