Cook

Mercyhealth • Harvard, IL

22h

About The Position

The Cook performs daily kitchen duties to provide a safe, clean, and sanitized environment while preparing food for patients, residents, customers, and partners. Food is prepared according to menus, orders, dietary requirements, standardized recipes, and portion controls, with attention to palatability and presentation. The Cook uses leftovers to reduce waste, labels and dates food products for storage, and maintains a clean, sanitized work area. The position may require overtime and alternate shifts and requires working effectively in a fast-paced environment. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work well independently and on a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• State Food Safety Sanitation Certification per department requirements, required within 90 days.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience as a cook or two years of experience in a food service department.
• Graduation from a vocational school or culinary program.

Responsibilities

• Determine food items and prepare them for service.
• Prepare appealing food from scratch and use culinary knife skills.
• Read and follow standardized recipes.
• Cook and prepare food in quantities based on menus, par levels, and the number of people to be served; cook to order when needed.
• Observe and test food to determine whether it is sufficiently cooked.
• Dish meals and portion food according to diet tickets; weigh items when necessary.
• Order supplies.
• Maintain food-temperature and cooking/quick-chill log sheets.
• Wash dishes as necessary.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized work area and kitchen equipment using proper sanitation techniques.
• Follow department safety and sanitation regulations and use protective barriers, including gloves, an apron, and proper hair covering.
• Provide excellent customer service and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Use leftovers to avoid waste and properly label and date food products for storage.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• FSA/HSA options.
• Generous, accruing paid time off.
• Paid parental and caregiver leave.
• Career advancement and educational opportunities.
• Tuition and certification reimbursement.
• Well-being programs.
• Employee discounts.
• On-demand pay.
• Financial education.
• Annual recognition and awards events.
• Partner appreciation days.
• Family entertainment and attractions discounts.
• Community service and improvement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed