Line Cook - Casual - Rotating

Nebraska Methodist Health System; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Nebraska Methodist Health System is hiring a Line Cook for Methodist Women's Hospital. This casual position involves preparation and cooking of food for patients and staff, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in food preparation and a High School diploma. Strong communication skills and knowledge of HACCP are essential for this role. A flexible work schedule is required to meet the hospital's needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years previous food preparation experience, preferably as a line cook.
• Minimum 2 years experience in healthcare or contract cooking.
• Certification in ServSafe Food Protection Manager preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food for patients, visitors, and staff per daily menus and production sheets.
• Maintains a clean and sanitized work environment for food preparation.
• Interacts with patients and teams to ensure excellent customer service.

Skills

Knowledge of food codes and regulations (HACCP)

Skilled in various food production methods

Strong verbal communication skills

Basic math skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Culinary

Job description

Job Summary

Location: Methodist Women's Hospital

Address: 707 N 190th Plaza - Elkhorn, NE

Work Schedule: This is a casual position. Casual employees work on an ‘as needed’ basis to meet the needs of the business. Workdays/hours will often vary from week to week.

The Line Cook is responsible for preparation and/or cooking of food for the cafeteria and Room Service within the hospital.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food for patients, visitors, and staff per daily menus, Room Service tickets, and production sheets by following recipes and using appropriate equipment to ensure Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines are met.
• Prepares Room Service orders according to recipes and special diets by precisely reading food production tickets to ensure food is prepared accurately and within a designated timeframe.
• Prepares and supports cafeteria meals by preparing line item meals according to recipe guidelines and menu selections to ensure food is prepared accurately and within a designated timeframe.
• Prepares all food items for catering events by following catering requests and event specifications to ensure catering functions meet customer expectations.
• Assembles final plate presentation with an eye for detail by following Room Service guidelines to ensure patient satisfaction.
• Interacts and supports patients, families, hospital staff, and Food Service team with Room Service orders and/or questions on a daily basis in a welcoming and professional manner to ensure excellent customer service.
• Maintains a clean and sanitized work environment by following Room Service guidelines to ensure a proper environment for food preparation.
• Prepares ingredients for use per departmental standards as planned in cycle and Room Service menus by reading and understanding recipes and gathering necessary ingredients to ensure minimal interruption to service.

Schedule

This is a casual position.

Job Requirements

Education

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s Degree preferred, preferably in Culinary.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years previous food preparation experience required, preferably in a restaurant, hotel or club environment as a line cook.
• Minimum 2 years experience in healthcare or contract cooking.

License/Certifications

• Certification in ServSafe Food Protection Manager preferred.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Knowledge of all applicable food codes and regulations, including Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) required.
• Knowledge of recipes and special diets required.
• Skilled in various food production methods required, including baking, frying, grilling/charbroiling, sautéing, and steaming.
• Basic math skills required.
• Strong verbal communication skills for positive interaction with staff and customers required.
• Able to read, write, and carry out oral and written instructions with accuracy and efficiency required.

Physical Requirements

Weight Demands

• Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force.

Physical Activity

Not necessary for the position (0%)

• Climbing
• Crawling
• Kneeling

Occasionally Performed (1%-33%)

• Crouching
• Keyboarding/typing
• Sitting

Frequently Performed (34%-66%)

• Balancing
• CarryingDistinguish colors
• Grasping
• Lifting
• Pulling/Pushing
• Reaching
• Repetitive Motions
• Speaking/talking
• Stooping/bending
• Twisting

Constantly Performed (67%-100%)

• Hearing
• Seeing/visual
• Standing
• Walking

Job Hazards

Not necessary for the position (0%)

• Biological agents (primary airborne and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF)
• Explosives (pressurized gas)
• Electrical Shock/Static
• Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc)
• Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means)

Rare (1-33%)

• Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex)

Frequent (67%-100%)

• Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment)
• Equipment/Machinery/Tools
• Mechanical moving parts/vibrations

Equal Opportunity Statement

Nebraska Methodist Health System is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law.