Cook | Hospital Experience Preferred

Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare HospitalBakersfield, CA
Onsite

About The Position

Our progressive and dedicated healthcare team strives to change the lives of our patients and provide exceptional care. Part of that care is the care and love put into the food that our patients and staff enjoy while in our facility.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Valid Food Handler's certification
  • Previous experience in the kitchen of a hospital or other large facility
  • Experience as a cook in a mental healthcare hospital environment
  • At least three (3) years of experience as a cook in a healthcare or similar setting
  • Strong kitchen safety skills
  • Ability to meet deadlines surrounding a very rigid serving schedule
  • Current CPR certification (or obtain prior to start date)
  • Ability to complete "Handle-With-Care" Physical Restraint Technique Training during orientation

Nice To Haves

  • Hospital Experience Preferred

Responsibilities

  • Adjust recipes "on the fly" to achieve desired results.
  • Read and comprehend recipes and instructions regarding prepackaged products.
  • Read, convert, and adjust mathematical measurements for recipe changes and development.
  • Utilize commercial kitchen equipment including slicers, mixers, and dishwashers.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (over three weeks in the first year)
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Discounted Meals
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • TUITION Assistance
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