Hot Food Cook, Nutr.

Medical Center Health System; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical Center Health System is seeking a Cook to prepare a variety of meals for patients, the cafeteria, and special events. The role emphasizes sanitation and proper kitchen upkeep, with additional duties as assigned.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and must obtain a Food Handlers certificate within 30 days of hire. Prior food service experience is preferred and helpful for success in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must maintain Food Handlers certificate within 30 days of hire.
• Course work in sanitation, food production, kitchen management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of foods for patients, cafeteria services, and special functions.
• Ensure sanitation and kitchen maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned; hours may be irregular.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Food Handlers certificate

Job description

Position Summary

The Cook assumes the responsibility for the preparation of a variety of foods for patients, cafeteria services, and special functions. The Cook is also involved in sanitation and kitchen maintenance and other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, equivalent or higher education required.
• Must maintain Food Handlers certificate with 30 days of hire.
• In addition, may have completed course work in sanitation, food production, kitchen management, etc.
• Food Service Experience Preferred.

Unusual Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Work is of moderate demand; walking and standing a great deal of the time; lifting supplies and moving equipment some of the time. Hours may be irregular.