Cook

St Anthony Hospital • Lakewood, CO

17h • Onsite

About The Position

The Cook position at St. Anthony Hospital in Lakewood, Colorado, involves preparing food for patients, staff, and visitors. St. Anthony Hospital is a Level I Trauma Center, Magnet designated, and offers a full range of medical specialties. The role requires adherence to safe cooking techniques, therapeutic diet guidelines, and compliance with state and federal food preparation laws and regulations in a healthcare environment. The Cook is also responsible for supporting quality control measures such as recipe adherence and food quality consistency.

Requirements

• One (1) year foodservice experience.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• If a Food Handlers Permit is a requirement by your state, county or local health code, it must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves food within guidelines of menu and dietary requirements, using required kitchen utensils and equipment such as slicers, mixers, ovens, fryers, steamers, stove tops, and grills, etc. Modifies preparations to account for food allergies.
• Follows healthcare foodservice industry standards, regulations, guidelines and procedures including monitoring and maintaining food temperatures during cooking, holding, and storage processes. Avoids cross-contamination of foods and adheres to personal hygiene requirements.
• Maintains labeling and storage of food, equipment, and machinery.
• Performs washing and cleaning duties to ensure sanitation & cleanliness in cooking and serving areas.
• Other duties as assigned by leader.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees