Cook

Loretto Hospital • Chicago, IL

53d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated Cook to join our Nutritional Services Department. Reporting to the Manager, Nutritional Services, you are responsible for preparation of meals for patients, cafeteria patrons and guests at special functions. The cook is also to ensure all regulatory agencies’ sanitation guidelines are being followed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous Experience as a cook
• Current Food Service Sanitation Certificate - Chicago Board of Health
• Experience using all institutional cooking equipment

Responsibilities

• Opens/closes kitchen, turns on/off steam tables, warmers, plate and base warmers, and cooking equipment.
• Prepares food for patients, cafeteria customers, and guests at special functions, utilizing production guidelines and standardized recipes.  Checks for proper portion control and temperatures of food.
• Gets supplies needed from the storeroom and freezer.
• Replenishes food on steam tables during meal service.
• Properly evaluates leftovers for reuse, quickly reducing their temperatures to less than 40 degrees F.  Reuses leftovers within safety guidelines.
• Keeps work area clean and sanitized at all times.   Follows other regulatory agencies sanitation guidelines.
• Makes preparations for 2 days’ ahead meals.
• Fills steam tables if needed when placing food in tables.
• Works tray line as needed.
• Properly covers, labels and dates all food in refrigerators.
• Manages own time in a productive and reliable manner completing work assignments on time.
• Completes appropriate volume of work while maintaining quality standards.
• Organizes work procedures to general acceptable levels of productivity.
• Completes own work as required and will assist others as needed.
• Cooperates with coworkers and management to maintain a harmonious environment.
• Adjusts work schedule to accommodate changing priorities.
• Operates assigned equipment and performs all procedures in a safe manner.
• Utilizes proper body mechanics in all job functions.
• Follows established emergency, infection control and/or universal precautions procedures as required.
• Maintains work area and equipment according to standards and policies.
• Attends mandatory in-services related to safety and/or infection control.
• Communicates in a professional manner emphasizing objectivity and non-judgmental viewpoints.
• Assists in solving customer problems in a cooperative manner.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Along with a competitive salary, Loretto Hospital offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement savings plans, and paid time off.
• Loretto Hospital is a vibrant community of professionals dedicated to administering excellent patient care. Whether you are pursuing a career in allied health, support services, clinical or nursing support, or professional administration, Loretto Hospital is a tremendous place to grow as a health care professional.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED