COLD FOOD PRODUCTION

Independence Health System•Latrobe, PA

About The Position

This position prepares cold food items for patient and retail areas, using production sheets, forecasting, recipes, and equipment. The role supports patient and retail food services by preparing and labeling food, maintaining stock for nursing units, and helping with cross-trained department duties. It also requires maintaining sanitary work areas, following HACCP and food-storage practices, safely using and cleaning equipment, and providing customer service to customers and coworkers. Scheduling is based on operational need and may include rotating shifts, standby, or on-call assignments. Local travel between system locations may be expected.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Zero to one year of experience in food production or food service.
Strong leadership ability, organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
Ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
General mathematics ability to calculate or modify recipes.
Ability to operate small and large kitchen equipment.
Ability to read and interpret menus and recipes.
Act 34-PA Criminal Record Check from the PA State Police system.
Able to meet the physical demands described, including essential bending, walking, standing, twisting, hand/arm coordination, pushing/pulling, and carrying. Lift assistance (two people) and/or a transfer device is required for loads over 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree in culinary arts.
One to two years of experience in cold food production.
Experience in a healthcare setting.
ServSafe Food Safety Certification.

Responsibilities

Prepare food according to recipes and production sheets and meet department standards for appearance, taste, temperature, and portion sizes.
Accurately record usage, yields, and leftovers on production sheets.
Properly label products for retail sale.
Ensure floor-stock items and supplies are available for nursing units.
Fill in for cross-trained roles in the department.
Maintain a sanitary work area and complete assigned cleaning duties.
Prepare, serve, and store foods according to HACCP guidelines.
Practice good hygiene, including hand washing and use of hair restraints and gloves.
Use FIFO practices when obtaining foods from storage areas.
Use equipment safely, report issues promptly, and clean equipment according to established guidelines.
Follow MSDS guidelines for chemical use and storage.
Use proper body techniques when lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
Provide excellent customer service to customers and coworkers.
Answer questions about prepared café food items.
Handle service recovery promptly or involve a supervisor as needed.
Receive and distribute messages in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.