Hospital Kitchen Cook - Patient Nourishment & Safety

Meritus Medical Center Inc; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Meritus Health in Hagerstown, MD is seeking a dependable Cook to join our Nutrition Services team. You will prepare high-quality food for patients, employees, visitors, and others while maintaining a safe, sanitary kitchen environment.

The role requires at least 1 year cooking experience, ServSafe certification preferred, and a willingness to work as needed with potential shift differentials. As-needed positions do not include benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year of cooking experience required.
• ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare entrees and related food items according to daily production sheets, menus, and standardized recipes.
• Review upcoming menus, recipes, and production needs to determine appropriate food items and quantities.
• Assemble and prepare regular and modified food products while accurately documenting production information.
• Taste and evaluate products to ensure quality and consistency.
• Follow proper cooking techniques and safely operate appropriate kitchen equipment.
• Handle perishable foods using safe food handling, storage, labeling, dating, and FIFO practices.
• Follow infection control procedures and applicable food safety and sanitation requirements.
• Monitor and document food temperatures during production, holding, service, cooling, and reheating.
• Ensure the quality, appearance, and availability of food items throughout service.
• Coordinate with other cooks and supervisors regarding the appropriate use of leftover food items.
• Communicate concerns related to recipe quality, yield, or food production to leadership.
• Complete cleaning and other activities necessary to maintain a safe and sanitary work environment.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Sanitation

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Meritus Health in Hagerstown, MD is seeking a dependable Cook to join our Nutrition Services team. You will prepare high-quality food for patients, employees, visitors, and others while maintaining a safe, sanitary kitchen environment.

The role requires at least 1 year cooking experience, ServSafe certification preferred, and a willingness to work as needed with potential shift differentials. As-needed positions do not include benefits.