Cook - PT - Shift Varies

Northeast Georgia Health System • Braselton, GA

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About The Position

Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary Responsible for quality food production for patients and staff. This position must follow standardized recipes and production sheets to ensure consistency and minimize waste. The cook is responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory agencies.

Requirements

• Ability to read, understand, and speak basic English to perform essential job functions of the job
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions
• Ability to understand and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or GED
• Two (2) years cooking experience

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparing items according to established guidelines.
• Checks menu and production schedule to determine variety and quantity of foods to prepare.
• Uses standardized recipe scaled to appropriate amounts based on the number of patients, cafeteria, and/or catering needs etc.
• Prepares hot food following preparation sheets and recipes.
• Properly portions and ensures presentation standards are met.
• Recommends to Chef Manager/Supervisor proper utilization of leftover food products.
• Prepares foods at appropriate temperatures.
• Sets up tray line and cafeteria line on time.
• Replenishes food as needed on cafeteria line or tray line.
• Anticipates items that might run out and have a backup ready.
• Does advance preparation as indicated.
• Maintains safety and sanitation standards ensuring compliance with local and state regulations.
• Cleans equipment according to standards.
• Cleans and sanitizes work area throughout the day and at the end of shift.
• Ensures green/red buckets are in place and being used appropriately.
• Holds food at the appropriate temperature.
• Uses cool down procedure for food in the temperature danger zone.
• Correctly documents temperature monitoring per procedure.
• Keeps area organized and free from clutter.
• Labels and stores food properly.
• Ensures food is used or discarded prior to or on expiration date.
• Follows hand washing guidelines and wears gloves when handling ready to eat food.

What This Job Offers

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