Hot Food Cook / Cold Food Cook

UMC Health System; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Texas is seeking a Food Service Worker I to join their Food & Nutrition Services team. The role involves cooking, food preparation, and ensuring sanitation standards. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and a Food Handlers Permit. Join a team that prioritizes patient care and employee satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Food Handlers Permit required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and preparing menu options for patients and cafeteria.
• Maintain serving line and kitchen equipment.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are met.

Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Job Summary

Food Service Worker I works within the borders of Food & Nutrition Services. Duties may include responsibilities related to cooking, cleaning, food preparation, food delivery, and interacting with patients and their families. Defined assignments vary depending on the area of assignment.

Reports to: Supervisor, Food & Nutrition Services

Job Specific Responsibilities

Daily assignments may include but are not limited to:

1. Assist in planning and preparing menu options, including hot and cold entrees, for patients, cafeteria, and catering.
2. Set up and maintain the serving line in a timely manner, ensuring proper stock of menu options, service ware, and temperatures are within acceptable ranges.
3. Operate and maintain all kitchen equipment including but not limited to dishwasher, stove, cooler, ice maker, etc., in a clean, efficient, and safe manner.
4. Maintain cafeteria sitting areas and beverage stations to ensure neatness and sanitization.
5. Ensure proper logging, charting, production sheets, and other documentation are adhered to for food safety and sanitation requirements.
6. Maintain and adhere to all sanitation standards.
7. Perform all other duties assigned within Food & Nutrition Services.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• N/A

Required Licensures / Certifications / Registrations

• Food Handlers Permit required within 90 days of hire.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently.

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships

Internal: Requires close interaction with various departments within UMC.

External: Requires interaction with vendors, outside suppliers, and patients to facilitate the growth of digital health.

Physical Capabilities

Occasionally exert a small amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, and move objects. Should be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Work involves walking and/or standing for prolonged periods.

Environmental / Working Conditions

This position is subject to inside environmental conditions that may include temperature fluctuations and minimal exposure to cleaning chemicals.

Direct Reports

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Request for accommodations during the hiring process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.