Cold Production Cook

Advocate Health

4d•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Cold Production Cook is responsible for preparing cold food items using standardized recipes and ingredient control to ensure the freshest possible product for patients and customers. This role also involves delivering excellent customer service, adhering to safe food handling procedures, demonstrating good time management, and contributing to cost controls. The cook will also participate in self-development through mandatory inservices and education programs.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to perform heavy lifting 35 pounds occasionally and 10 to 20 pounds frequently.
Able to access high and low areas.
Able to work various shifts and work positions including nights, weekends and holidays.
Standing is required throughout the work day.
Able to operate kitchen equipment.
Able to meet time constraints in a fast-pace environment.
Able to communicate with others.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance.
High school diploma or Equivalent

Nice To Haves

One year of healthcare/trayline experience
ServSafe Certification

Responsibilities

Utilizes standardized recipes and ingredient control to prepare all items.
Follows proper preparation procedures.
Checks food texture, color, aroma, and taste prior to service.
Prepares cold foods daily to ensure the freshest possible product to our patients and customers.
Delivers excellent customer service experience in a consistent manner.
Contributes to hospital’s philosophy, mission statement, and values in all interactions.
Follows established uniform policy.
Maintains a professional image.
Responds positively to all requests and interactions.
Consistently displays a positive attitude towards leadership, co-workers and job.
Treats all people with courtesy and respect at all times.
Welcome and say hello. Engage with eye contact. Smile and say thank you.
Safe food storage (no cross-contamination). Properly label and date all food items.
Proper cooking of food.
Utilizes product within established timeframes.
Proper food rotation (first in, first out method - FIFO).
Demonstrates good time management skills.
Adheres to lunch and break schedules.
Productive and efficient use of non-break time.
Completes all assigned tasks withing the designated time allotted to the task.
Adheres to department's attendance/clock-in and clock out policies.
Produces food products to meet requested amounts.
Proper holding of food products.
Proper utilization of carry-overs.
Records all food production amounts and accurately maintains all production logs.
Participates in self-development by attending mandatory inservices and education programs appropriate to the goals and needs of the department.
Assists with cross-training of other associates.
Attends, gives feedback and participates in department meetings.
Attends inservices programs on equipment use and operation.
Attends all mandatory inservice programs.
Completes all required CBTs and training by due date.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards
Benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program