Salad Prep Cook (FT- 0.9 FTE, Day Shift)

Bozeman Health; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital is seeking a Salad Prep Cook to join the food production team in preparing high-quality salads and dressings for patients, staff, and visitors. The role focuses on precision in slicing, dicing, and plating, with responsibilities in dish preparation, pantry organization, and timely service in a fast-paced kitchen.

The position emphasizes teamwork, adherence to food safety standards, and opportunities to contribute to menu and recipe development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• ServSafe Certification within six months of start date.

Responsibilities

• Prepares vegetables, fruits, meats, and other ingredients according to recipes and portion sizes.
• Assembles salads and other cold dishes with accuracy and presentation.
• Prepares salad dressings and sauces to established recipes for consistent flavor and quality.
• Monitors ingredient inventory and keeps salad bar at proper par levels.
• Cleans and sanitizes work stations and dishes; adheres to safety guidelines.

Education

High school diploma or Equivalent

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Working at Bozeman Health is more than just a job--it's a commitment to caring for the communities of Southwest Montana by being their partner in health and wellness, compassionately delivering the best care for each person, every time. In every role, our employees are inspired by their ability to care for our community and our Culture of Excellence guides each employee to be a high performer, engage in transparent and timely communication, demonstrate dynamic learning and teaching, excel through change, express gratitude and experience joy.

Summary

The Salad Prep Cook at Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital participates as a member of the food production staff to prepare and serve a culinary experience to our patients, staff, and visitors. This position is responsible for preparing high-quality salads, dressings, and ingredients for the creation of compound salads and various dishes for patients and cafeteria customers. The Salad Prep Cook provides support for the smooth operation of our kitchen specifically in the areas of slicing and some light cooking tasks. This role requires precision, efficiency, and the ability to work in a fast-paced team-oriented environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or Equivalent.
• ServSafe Certification within six (6) months of start date

Preferred

• Six (6) months of work experience as a prep / line cook
• Six (6) months of experience working in a high-volume commercial kitchen

Essential Job Functions

In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must maintain timely completion of all required education, trainings, and certifications as assigned and in accordance with Bozeman Health policies, department-specific requirements, applicable certification program and registry requirements, and other applicable regulatory requirements.

Development

• Participates in production team meetings, menu, and recipe development.
• Meets all competency assessment performance criteria within two (2) months of hire.

Food Preparation

• Prepares vegetables, fruits, meats, and other ingredients according to recipes and portion sizes. This includes slicing, dicing, chopping, and marinating.
• Assembles salads and other cold dishes with accuracy and attention to presentation standards.
• Prepares salad dressings and sauces according to established recipes, ensuring consistency in flavor and quality.

Stock Management

• Monitors and manages ingredient inventory levels to ensure freshness and minimize waste.
• Monitors and keeps salad bar at appropriate par levels throughout each shift.
• Ensures proper storage, labeling, rotating and stocking of food and non-food items.

Sanitation and Hygiene

• Clears, cleans, and sanitizes tables.
• Maintains, cleans, and sanitizes work stations.
• Cleans and sanitizes dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and other containers and returns to appropriate location in the kitchen area.
• Adheres to food safety and sanitation guidelines and regulations to ensure quality food service.

Collaboration and Team Work

• Participates in and supports a positive team work environment.
• Works closely with other staff to coordinate food preparation and ensure timely delivery of orders.
• Supports the Nutrition Services team by training to perform additional duties that may include but are not limited to dishwashing, cleaning, stocking supplies, and organizing storage and work areas. At any time during a work shift, the employee may be assigned to perform other duties in order to meet patient, customer, and department needs.
• Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrate sound judgment, patience, and maintain a professional demeanor at all times
• Exercise tact, discretion, sensitivity, and maintains confidentiality
• Perform essential job functions successfully in a fast-paced environment
• Learn current and new computer applications and office equipment utilized at Bozeman Health
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Analyze, organize, and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines
• Demonstrate the Bozeman Health SPIRIT values of: Service, People, Integrity, Respect, Improvement, and Teamwork.

Schedule Requirements

• This role requires regular and sustained attendance.
• The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.
• On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting (Repeatedly – 50 pounds): Exerting force and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.
• Sit (Occasionally): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Stand (Continuously): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Walk (Continuously): Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination.
• Climb (Repeatedly): Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms.
• Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Continuously): Twisting, bending, stooping, and kneeling require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints.
• Reach Above Shoulder Level (Repeatedly): Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability.
• Push/Pull (Continuously): Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
• Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously): Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling.
• Vision (Occasionally): Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens, printed materials, and handwritten materials.
• Cognitive Skills (Continuously): Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.
• Exposures (Repeatedly): Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances. Infectious diseases due to contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses.

Frequency Key

• Continuously (100% - 67% of the time), Repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time), Occasionally (32% - 4% of the time), Rarely (3% - 1% of the time), Never (0%).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.