Cook - Deli (Part-Time)

Houston Methodist•Cypress, TX

13d

About The Position

At Houston Methodist, the Cook position is responsible for ensuring a high volume/high quality food service setup/assembly for the customer (patients, staff and visitors) that is presented and served within the set standards. This position is responsible for both hot and cold food production, including seasoning, preparing, and cooking of various meats, vegetables, soups and sauces and on measuring and following recipes as well as garnishing and packaging. This position communicates with peers and management regarding and hazards identified in the workplace and performs all duties and responsibilities projecting the Houston Methodist service image and support of the mission statement. The Cook position adheres with the HM Food and Nutrition Services Standards of Appearance and complies with relevant local Food Ordinances and federal and state regulatory agencies, reviewing and maintaining production records and cooling charts according to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines. This position may be asked to assist in other food and nutrition service areas, as needed. Houston Methodist Standard PATIENT AGE GROUP(S) AND POPULATION(S) SERVED Refer to departmental "Scope of Service" and "Provision of Care" plans, as applicable, for description of primary age groups and populations served by this job for the respective HM entity. HOUSTON METHODIST EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS Provide personalized care and service by consistently demonstrating our I CARE values: INTEGRITY: We are honest and ethical in all we say and do. COMPASSION: We embrace the whole person including emotional, ethical, physical, and spiritual needs. ACCOUNTABILITY: We hold ourselves accountable for all our actions. RESPECT: We treat every individual as a person of worth, dignity, and value. EXCELLENCE: We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate. Practices the Caring and Serving Model Delivers personalized service using HM Service Standards Provides for exceptional patient/customer experiences by following our Standards of Practice of always using Positive Language (AIDET, Managing Up, Key Words) Intentionally collaborates with other healthcare professionals involved in patients/customers or employees' experiential journeys to ensure strong communication, ease of access to information, and a seamless experience Involves patients (customers) in shift/handoff reports by enabling their participation in their plan of care as applicable to the given job Actively supports the organization's vision, fulfills the mission and abides by the I CARE values

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.) preferred
One year food service/cooking experience
Food Handlers Permit -- Accredited food handler training course approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (TXDSHS) or by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
Working knowledge of Serve Safe guidelines and Health department standards
Knowledge of /kitchen food service equipment and sanitation principles
Basic understanding of buffet receptions, upscale plated menu items, volume batch cooking

Responsibilities

Interacts in a positive, professional manner with patients, family and staff.
Communicates clearly and professionally to promote both work efforts and problem resolution.
Works, in conjunction with the Sr Cook and Catering staff, ensuring the food is prepared is on time, is of high quality, and transferred efficiently.
Notifies management appropriately with changes to menu items due to unforeseen events, i.e. spoilage, shortage, etc.
Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability.
Prepares food according to standardized recipes, menu, safe food handling and time schedule.
Accurately completes cold and hot food preparation, as assigned.
Tastes food for palatability prior to each meal service to ensure highest quality.
Reviews menus in advance to ensure supplies are in-house.
Utilizes downtime for preparation of food items to ensure menus are ready at the specified time.
Prepares food for the next day per retail or room service cycle menus.
Prepares for scheduled catering events one day prior to event.
Portions food according to diet and recipe.
Garnishes food as instructed by Sr Cook and/or management.
Inspects all foods for quality, freshness, and appearance.
Ensures all food beyond the expiration date is discarded.
Labels and dates all food items for storage.
Ensures the proper rotation of food items.
Reports and corrects improper food, cooler and warmer temperatures.
Assists Sr Cook in monitoring and recording temperatures of food and refrigeration.
Uses and follows all safety techniques in handling of equipment.
Maintains proper sanitation in work area and equipment to comply with all federal and state regulatory agencies, including local Health Department, Fire Department, DNV, etc., cleaning immediate work area concurrently and cleaning large equipment per posted cleaning schedule.
Practices good cost control through the proper use and storage of food, supplies, and equipment.
Minimizes food waste through proper usage.
Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind.
Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, assisting coworkers as needed.
Assists the Sr Cook or other responsible role with new food items from the creation to making it a menu item.
Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs and takes appropriate action.
Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management.
Completes and updates the My Development Plan (MDP) on an ongoing basis.