Lead Cook - Full Time

sanford; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Direct access to earnings daily

Fun, Family Oriented Work Environment

Excellent Health, Dental and Vision

Generous Shift Differentials

Health Savings Account

Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan

Salary Increases

Referral Bonuses

Advancement Opportunities

Paid Time Off

Compassionate Leave

Education Assistance

Scholarships and Sponsorships

Continuing Education

Years of Service Recognition Program

Verizon and AT&T Discounts

Job summary

Sanford Health in the United States is seeking a cook to support patient and staff dining services across our facilities. You will prepare, cook, season and portion meals following dietary guidelines and HACCP standards, ensuring quality and safety.

Strong teamwork and ability to follow recipes and directions are essential. Responsibilities include leading some kitchen tasks, maintaining sanitation, operating kitchen equipment, and supporting daily operations with a willingness to learn and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions. Ability to perform basic math.
• Depending upon location, a minimum of two years experience and previous leadership experience preferred.
• On-the-job training will be provided.
• Serv Safe may be required to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs all duties in food preparation as assigned.
• Provides daily direction to cooks and other assigned areas ensuring department standards and goals are met.
• Prepares, cooks, seasons and portions food for patients/residents, staff and visitors in accordance with menus and dietary requirements.
• Adheres to food quality standards of appearance, taste, temperature and sanitation.
• Documents HACCP steps, temperatures and outcomes to ensure safety. Operates kitchen equipment.

Skills

Food preparation

Teamwork

Reading & writing

Basic math

Following directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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:

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation:

Salary Range: $20.00 - $29.50

Union Position:

No

Department Details

• Competitive Compensation
• Direct access to your earnings daily
• Fun, Family Oriented Work Environment
• Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous Shift Differentials
• Health Savings Account
• Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Salary Increases
• Referral Bonuses
• Advancement Opportunities
• Paid Time Off
• Compassionate Leave
• Education Assistance
• Scholarships and Sponsorships
• Continuing Education
• Years of Service Recognition Program
• Verizon and AT&T Discounts

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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