Cook Per Diem

Hospital for Special Care•New Britain, CT

22d•Onsite

About The Position

We are dedicated to creating an environment of care and engagement that makes us one of the most desirable places to work, providing exceptional care to each patient each and every day!

Requirements

High School Diploma/Graduate Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.).
One year's technical or vocational experience in quantity food production.
Certified in food service sanitation required within 6 month of hire and maintained current thereafter.
Ability to read, write, perform simple calculations, and understand directions to perform responsibilities independently.

Responsibilities

Sets up the serving line for patient tray service and/or dining room service.
Prepares short order items during meal services.
Assures that deliveries are properly received and stored.
Covers for the function coordinator in his/her absence.
Works in other areas of the kitchen when necessary.
Coordinates schedule for catering functions.
Prepares and delivers food and drink to catering functions.
Provides consultation and assistance for function planning.
Works in dining room or patient service when functions are minimal.
Follows Tally sheets provided to insure smooth patient tray line.
Demonstrates knowledge of food protection and applies appropriate personal hygiene and hand washing techniques.
Uses procedures that comply with regulatory standards for food storing, processing, holding and serving.
Avoids cross contamination of food.
Prepares, cooks and bakes a variety of food items using appropriate food preparation equipment.
Participates in cleaning and sanitation of production area and production equipment.
Maintains a clean environment throughout the day.