High-Volume Healthcare Kitchen Cook

MaineGeneral Medical Center; Augusta, Northern (ME, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

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Job summary

MaineGeneral Medical Center's Alfond Center for Health is seeking an experienced Healthcare Production Cook. You will prepare, cook, and portion meals for patients, visitors, staff, and other customers in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

You will follow standardized recipes and dietary requirements, maintain HACCP and sanitation standards, and collaborate with a team to ensure thoughtful, high-quality service in a busy kitchen.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience required.
• Dependable and punctual with a strong attendance record.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and support coworkers.
• Ability to stay organized and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow direction, standardized recipes, and established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and portion meals for patients, visitors, staff, and other customers while maintaining high standards for quality, taste, temperature, appearance, and consistency.
• Follow standardized recipes, production schedules, food preparation procedures, and special dietary requirements.
• Complete high-volume food preparation efficiently while prioritizing food safety, quality, and timely meal service.
• Follow HACCP, food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention standards and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen and work environment throughout the shift.
• Monitor food quality, temperatures, portion sizes, and product availability to help ensure meals are prepared and served appropriately.
• Work collaboratively with cooks, Food Service Assistants, supervisors, dietitians, and other Culinary Services team members to keep daily operations running smoothly.
• Provide direction and support to Food Service Assistants and contribute to an environment where team members work together and support one another.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding food preparation, production needs, equipment, supplies, and potential concerns.
• Help maintain appropriate food and product levels while minimizing waste and supporting department cost-management goals.
• Respond positively to changing priorities and assist with other kitchen and food service duties as needed.
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and team-focused workplace where everyone works together to provide excellent service to our patients and customers.

Skills

Cooking experience

Teamwork

Punctuality

Follow recipes

Attention to detail

English communication

Job description

MaineGeneral Medical Center's Alfond Center for Health is seeking an experienced Healthcare Production Cook. You will prepare, cook, and portion meals for patients, visitors, staff, and other customers in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

You will follow standardized recipes and dietary requirements, maintain HACCP and sanitation standards, and collaborate with a team to ensure thoughtful, high-quality service in a busy kitchen.