Cook (PRN)

Sun Behavioral • Georgetown, DE

78d

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Dietary Services, the cook will prepare, season and cook food for hospital patients, staff and visitors. Assists with inventory control practices. Responsible for properly cleaning the kitchen area after every meal and adhering to infection control standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• CPR and hospital-selected de-escalation technique certification.
• A current ServSafe certificate within 3 months of hire.
• Three years of experience in a food service line or restaurant setting.

Nice To Haves

• Some college courses.
• One year in a hospital dietary department.
• Previous experience in a behavioral health setting.

Responsibilities

• Determines types and quantities of meats, vegetables and soups to be prepared by reviewing planned menus.
• Determines amount of foods needed to meet weekly menus and submits order to supervisor.
• Ensures meals are ready at specified times.
• Consults with supervisor regarding use of leftovers.
• Consults Registered Dietitian on modified diets, as necessary.
• Supervises Food Services Workers when washing, trimming or preparing food.
• Measures and mixes ingredients according to approved recipes, using blenders, mixers, grinders, slicers, etc.
• Makes sauces, soups, stews, casseroles and desserts meeting established dietary guidelines.
• Cooks meat, fish and fowl in a variety of ways such as baking, roasting, broiling and steaming.
• Carves meat, fish and fowl into individual servings according to menu combinations and patient diet orders.
• Tests foods being cooked to ensure proper cooking temperatures. Adjusts heat controls as necessary.
• Tests foods being cooked for balanced seasoning and taste. Adjusts heat controls as necessary.
• Improves flavor and texture of food by adding ingredients or seasonings.
• Observes infection prevention and control practices at all times.
• Maintains kitchen in a clean, neat and organized manner.
• Assists in serving patients, when necessary.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
• Works with the supervisor to ensure all food service staff are trained on fire suppression and other PPE protection as required by the staffs job duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees