Cook - Food Service Production - Full Time

SolutionHealth • Manchester, NH

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About The Position

Experienced Cooks eligible for $2,500.00 sign on bonus About the Job: The Cook on in our Food Service Production Department will be responsible for preparing and cooking a wide variety of foods for patients, employees, the public and catering events, following recipes to produce consistent menu items, presenting food using proper plate presentation techniques, ensuring a sanitary work environment per state and federal standards, and tapping into your creativity to adapt to food resources and changes in supply.

Requirements

• Good communication skills with ability to give and receive production information.
• Knowledge of FIFO and HACCP standards.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to operate department specific equipment.
• Ability to read, write, and understand directions in the English language.
• High School diploma or a GED is strongly preferred.
• Two (2) to four (4) years cooking experience in a restaurant or room service hospital environment preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Culinary program preferred.
• Serve Safe certification preferred.
• Basic computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of materials/methods used in the preparation of food on a large-scale basis.
• Knowledge of sanitation/safety in handling food/equipment.
• Sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Prepares records of quantities used for production planning within menu cycle.
• Maintains demand or volume necessary to complete each meal period.
• Follows proper food handling techniques using HACCP standards.
• Records food and food storage temperatures as required.
• Checks and maintain coolers and storage areas for cleanliness, quality, and quality of food.
• Demonstrates the ability to be creative with food resources to plan and or adapt to changes in supplies.
• Operates and safely uses all types of food service production equipment.
• Works closely with the purchasing to adapt to menu items to changes in supply.
• Follows proper food portioning standards.
• Complies with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards.
• Uses FIFO standards when utilizing food supplies.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Responsible for meeting Manchester Board of Health, State and TJC standards.
• Maintains a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.

Benefits

• Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage
• Competitive pay and earned time accrual plan
• Tuition Reimbursement and career advancement opportunities
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Supplemental benefits, including access to the Welliot Health Center
• And more !

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees