Cook/Dietary Full TIme

ClearSky Health•Eau Claire, WI

About The Position

The Cook provides nutritious and balanced food for patients, employees, and visitors while following strict food safety standards and integrating company values into daily practice. The position prepares and serves meals according to menus, schedules, and dietary guidelines; maintains food preparation equipment and sanitation; and complies with applicable health, safety, and infection-prevention requirements. The Cook also helps improve operations, reduce waste, and provide cooperative, high-quality service. Work may be required during inclement weather or staffing emergencies.

Requirements

One year of production experience in a healthcare or commercial food-serving operation.
Knowledge of patient diets, safe food handling requirements, and use of the Nutritional Care Manual.
Ability to prepare multiple food items at once using knowledge of food preparation, presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic.
Critical-thinking skills, including using logic and reasoning to evaluate alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches.
Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and complete complex tasks.
Ability to maintain quality, infection-prevention, and safety standards.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work closely and professionally with others at all levels of the organization.
Effective organizational and time-management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Food Handler Permit required in Arizona, Kansas, New Mexico, and Wisconsin.
Certified Food Manager certification or state equivalent required in Florida, Texas, and Ohio; must be obtained within 30 days of hire if not already held. Certification must be from an approved state-specific program or ServSafe Food Manager program.
Must maintain an acceptable driving record, a current driver's license, and insurability.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow established schedules for cooking, baking, and sanitation.
Prepare, cook, season, and serve adequate, attractive, nutritious, and balanced meals according to menus and schedules.
Serve food according to dietary guidelines and check each tray for accuracy and completeness.
Clean and sanitize food preparation equipment and keep it in safe, operable condition.
Follow food cooling and hot-food holding procedures and prevent cross-contamination.
Comply with local, state, and federal health regulations.
Work to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline processes, reduce waste, and provide cooperative, seamless service.
Prepare meals according to the specified menu and schedule while minimizing waste.
Provide a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff by assessing risks and implementing appropriate precautions.
Comply with approved safety and infection-prevention standards.
Maintain regular attendance according to the assigned work schedule.
Complete required training and perform other duties as assigned.