Cook (FT, Days and Evenings) - Washington Twp
About The Position
Under the direction of a Lead Cook, Food Service Supervisor, Food Service Manager, Production Manager, or Executive Chef, the Cook prepares food according to standard recipes and ensures it meets quality standards for flavor, texture, appearance, temperature, nutritional value, and palatability for patients, patrons, and catering guests. Food categories include entrees, soups, sauces, and vegetables. The Cook records HACCP and production information and follows proper food-handling and sanitary procedures in accordance with health regulations. The role includes preparing and cooking food using a range of methods, portioning and storing food, monitoring service, planning preparation schedules, maintaining records, and completing cleaning assignments. The Cook also attends department in-services and performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of previous food preparation experience.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- High school graduation or equivalent preferred, but not required.
Responsibilities
- Interact with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with Jefferson’s values.
- Prepare high-quality food for patients, staff, and visitors.
- Braise, sauté, broil, boil, stew, steam, bake, and grill food to proper cooking times and temperatures; hold food safely.
- Prepare and portion entrees, soups, sauces, and vegetables according to recipes and production orders; record usage on production records.
- Assemble ingredients and prepare recipes; portion, label, and date food for storage or transport.
- Handle, store, cool, and deliver food and supplies according to HACCP guidelines to ensure patient and customer safety.
- Maintain HACCP and production records.
- Check food during service in patient and non-patient areas to prevent service delays.
- Plan cooking and preparation schedules so food is ready at specified times.
- Adhere to food quality standards for appearance, taste, temperature, and sanitation.
- Store leftovers appropriately and use them in subsequent menus within the required timeframe.
- Complete cleaning assignments to maintain sanitation standards in cooking and serving areas.
- Attend department in-services to maintain department operating standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical insurance, including prescription coverage
- Supplemental insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Retirement plans
- Tuition assistance
- Voluntary benefits, including access to group insurance rates and discounts
- Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service
- Access to medical insurance, including prescription coverage, for all colleagues, including per-diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
