Lead Cook - FT Days

Sanford; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health, a leading rural health system in the United States, coordinates daily food preparation and directs cooks and staff to meet menu and dietary guidelines. The role emphasizes teamwork to deliver high-quality meals within a hospital setting.

Adherence to HACCP and food safety standards, proper sanitation, and accurate portioning are essential. Depending on location, Serv Safe certification may be required; two years of experience plus strong communication completes the profile.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two years experience and/or leadership experience preferred.
• Serv Safe certification may be required depending on location.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, season and portion food for patients, staff and visitors according to menus and dietary requirements.
• Adhere to HACCP guidelines and food safety standards; document steps and temperatures.
• Maintain sanitation, labeling and proper storage of food, equipment and supplies.
• Communicate effectively with team and other departments to ensure quality and timely service.

Skills

Food preparation

Communication

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Serv Safe certification

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift:

12 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Compensation:

Salary Range: $18.00 - $28.00

$2,000 Sign On Available

Union Position:

No

Department Details

36 hours a week

Every other weekend and holiday

OT eligible

Summary

Performs all duties in food preparation as assigned. Provides daily direction to cooks and other assigned areas ensuring all departmental standards and goals are met. Prepares, cooks, seasons and portions food for patients/residents, staff, and visitors of the designated facility, preparing and serving food within guidelines of menu and dietary requirements.

Job Description

Adheres to food quality standards of appearance, taste, temperature and sanitation. Performs washing and cleaning duties to insure sanitation and cleanliness in cooking and serving areas. Maintains labeling and storage of food, equipment, and machinery. Prepares and provides the highest quality and safest food possible to patients/residents, co-workers, team members and guests.

Works with many internal customers, requiring above average communication as well as excellent team work skills. Displays ability to cook, function and thrive in a dynamic and changing culinary environment.

Follows standardized recipes and Hazardous Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines to prepare, store and use food and food products. Documents HACCP steps, temperatures and outcomes to assure the safest food possible while following production sheets for daily and weekly menus. Operates equipment such as, but not limited to, mixers, slicers, kettles, combination ovens, food grinders, food processors, ovens, stovetops, induction burners, grills, deep fat fryers, knives, dishwashers, garbage disposals, refrigerators and freezers.

Possesses ability to work independently when necessary. Possesses an understanding of food safety and sanitation processes. Exhibits understanding of basic math to appropriately measure alongside displaying proficiency in reading and understanding recipes. Demonstrates ability to be on feet for the majority of the day and walk far distances throughout the hospital.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Possesses ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions. Ability to perform basic math. Depending upon location applying for, a minimum of two years experience and previous leadership experience preferred. On-the-job training will be provided.

Depending upon location of hire, Serv Safe may be required to obtain within a designated time frame.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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