Lead/Prep Cook CDH Casual Rotating shifts

Central Dupage Hospital; Winfield (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Lead/Prep Cook to join their Food and Nutrition Team. This casual role involves preparing delicious meals while adhering to strict safety and sanitation standards. You will showcase your culinary skills by preparing a variety of dishes, ensuring they meet dietary guidelines, and maintaining a well-organized kitchen. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in food preparation, excellent knife skills, and a commitment to food safety practices. If you are passionate about cooking and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; 1 year relevant experience in cooking or food service.
• Safe Food Handler certification within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and presents food items according to recipes and standards.
• Maintains kitchen organization and observes food safety practices.
• Monitors cooking equipment and ensures food is served at proper temperatures.

Skills

Knife Skills

Food Preparation

Kitchen Equipment Operation

Food Safety Practices

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Culinary Schooling

Tools

Blenders

Mixers

Grinders

Slicers

Ovens

Steamers

Job description

Lead/Prep Cook CDH Casual Rotating shifts

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Description

• Supports the Food and Nutrition Team by preparing hot food and meal items in a safe and sanitary manner.
• THIS IS A CASUAL POSITION MEANING THAT THE HOURS PER WEEK ARE NOT GUARANTEED. NO BENEFITS.
• Must be able to work a rotating schedule of a 5am, 11am or 2pm start time including every other weekend.

The Cook II reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Measures, mixes, and prepares ingredients according to approved recipes.
• Demonstrates understanding and proper use of kitchen equipment including, but not limited to: blenders, mixers, grinders, slicers, ovens, steamers, etc.
• Demonstrates consistent use of knife skills (chopping, slicing, dicing, paring).
• Prepares and presents café, patient, and catering menu items according to recipes and standards.
• Prepares and presents sauces, soups, stews, casseroles, and desserts meeting established dietary guidelines.
• Cooks meats, fish, and fowl safely in a variety of ways such as baking, roasting, broiling and steaming. Carves meats into individual servings according to recipe and/or diet order.
• Monitors and records temperature of steam table and hot held items throughout service period.
• Tests foods being cooked to ensure doneness. Adjusts heat controls as needed. Insures foods are prepared, held or served at proper temperatures.
• Produces food that is flavorful and attractively presented.
• Only changes ingredients or seasonings when directed by chef or culinary leader.
• Maintains product levels and appearance of service stations.
• Consults with manager regarding handling of any leftovers.
• Observes infection control and HACCP practices at all times.
• Proper completion of all daily temperature logs and daily production sheets. Assists supervisor with corrections as needed.
• Maintains kitchen/station in a safe and organized manner.
• Manages work schedule efficiently completing tasks at assigned times.
• Monitors cooking equipment as needed. Communicates with a manager to initiate any repairs.
• Other duties may be assigned by managers or supervisors due to operational needs.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent; or in lieu of high school diploma/GED, must have a minimum of 1 year relevant experience in any of the following: cooking, production, or food service.
• Successful completion of Safe Food Handler certification within 1 year of hire.

Preferred:

• Previous healthcare cooking experience.
• Completion of some culinary schooling.
• Basic knowledge of special diets.

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Other

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Wellness and Fitness Services and Hospitals and Health Care