Cook - Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital Haverhill

Whittier Health Network•Haverhill, MA

6d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital - Haverhill is seeking a Part-Time Cook to work 3-4 shifts per week. The hours are from 10:30 am to 7:00 pm, with weekdays and rotating weekend coverage. The pay range is $22 - $25 per hour. This role involves preparing palatable and appetizing food according to written menus, recipes, and therapeutic diet requirements, while also managing food waste and adhering to meal schedules. The cook is responsible for maintaining a clean work environment, proper food handling, and accurate temperature logs.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older
At least three (3) years experience as a chef/cook, preferably in a healthcare setting
Safe food handling and good sanitation practices
Sanitation Certification from a reputable institution is required (or must be obtained within first (1st) year of employment)

Nice To Haves

Experience in a healthcare setting is preferred

Responsibilities

Handles and prepares food
Prepares food which is palatable and appetizing in appearance
Follows written menus and recipes
Understands and prepares therapeutic diets and alternate meal requests
Assumes responsibility for avoiding food waste
Responsible for meetings meal schedules
Uses and cleans food service equipment and work areas throughout the day; and follows all cleaning schedules as directed
Reads menus, reviews recipes and discusses necessary steps in meal preparation and production
Demonstrates proper food handling and cleaning techniques
Monitors and maintains accurate food and equipment temperature logs and reports variations from normal ranges to Director of Food Services