Hospital Cook - On-Call, Diets & Safety Focus

State of Washington; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Orca Card for transportation

5% premium pay for on-site work 3+days

Job summary

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is seeking a Cook 1 - On-Call for Western State Hospital in Lakewood, WA. The role prepares meals, follows recipes, and ensures dietary and safety standards are met for patients.

One year of cooking experience or a large-scale cooking course may substitute for experience. A county health department food handler’s permit is required, TB screen, and adherence to instructions is essential.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in food preparation or cooking.
• Course in large-scale cooking may substitute for experience.
• Must have, or be eligible for, a food handler's permit issued by a county health department in Washington State.
• Annual TB screening is required.
• Follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all regular and special diets are prepared safely per recipes and procedures.
• Measure and assemble ingredients according to recipes and cooking schedule.
• Coordinate food preparation and meal service portions with other cooks.
• Prepare special diet recipes according to menu and diet orders.
• Monitor temperatures of hot and cold foods during prep and service.
• Assist in cleaning and sanitation of kitchen areas.
• Manage temperature documentation, storage, and use of leftovers; rotate stock.
• Record daily food usage and temperature data.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking

Recipe adherence

Meal coordination

Education

Course in large-scale cooking

Job description

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is seeking a Cook 1 - On-Call for Western State Hospital in Lakewood, WA. The role prepares meals, follows recipes, and ensures dietary and safety standards are met for patients.

One year of cooking experience or a large-scale cooking course may substitute for experience. A county health department food handler’s permit is required, TB screen, and adherence to instructions is essential.