Part-Time Hospital Cook: Nutritious Patient Meals

Harboroaks; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Geisinger Behavioral Health Center Danville is seeking a Part-Time Cook to prepare meals per approved menus, maintain a clean kitchen, and ensure safety standards. The role collaborates with Food Service leadership and a Dietitian, assisting with inventory and daily kitchen operations.

Ideal candidates are dependable team players with a passion for food service and a commitment to excellence in patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two or more years’ experience in food service role in institutions.
• ServSafe or similar food safety certification.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food according to approved menus.
• Direct activities of workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
• Clean and inspect equipment, kitchen appliances and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
• Take inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Work with Food Service leadership or Dietitian to ensure menus are varied, nutritionally balanced and appetizing.
• Perform and coordinate food production, cleaning, maintenance, and inventory control activities.
• Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, quality standards, cost parameters, and appropriate regulatory requirements.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Skills

Food service

Teamwork

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Geisinger Behavioral Health Center Danville is seeking a Part-Time Cook to prepare meals per approved menus, maintain a clean kitchen, and ensure safety standards. The role collaborates with Food Service leadership and a Dietitian, assisting with inventory and daily kitchen operations.

Ideal candidates are dependable team players with a passion for food service and a commitment to excellence in patient care.