Hospital Nutrition Kitchen Cook - Patient-Focused Meals

Springfield Hospital, Inc.; Springfield (VT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Hospital, Inc. in Springfield, VT is seeking a kitchen cook to plan schedules, prepare meals per recipes, and ensure quality through proper weights and tasting.

The role emphasizes sanitation and training new staff within the Nutrition & Environmental Services department. Responsibilities include taking orders as directed by the Director of Environment & Nutritional Services and performing cleaning tasks required by management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in healthcare quantity cooking.
• Ability to read, write and speak in English.
• Knowledge of weights and measures.
• Basic computer knowledge; proficient computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan cooking schedule according to job flow.
• Prepare food according to recipes and follow cooking method for a consistent product.
• Utilize weights and measures to insure proper quantities.
• Observe food being prepared and ensure food has been tasted according to policy & procedures.
• Follow all sanitation and food handling specifications.
• Attend department specific in-service programs and mandatory hospital in-services.
• Assist in the training of new staff members.
• Be scheduled to take food orders as assigned by Director of Environment & Nutrition al Services.
• Do project cleaning as assigned by Director of Environmental & Nutritional Services.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer knowledge

Job description

Springfield Hospital, Inc. in Springfield, VT is seeking a kitchen cook to plan schedules, prepare meals per recipes, and ensure quality through proper weights and tasting.

The role emphasizes sanitation and training new staff within the Nutrition & Environmental Services department. Responsibilities include taking orders as directed by the Director of Environment & Nutritional Services and performing cleaning tasks required by management.