Cook

Plumas District Hospital•Quincy, CA

52d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook prepares, seasons and cooks meals for patients, visitors and employees using a production sheet per Patient Diet Order, Employee Food Order forms and departmental luncheon orders. The Cook duties also include, but are not limited to, the following: Preparation and execution of maintaining a clean, safe and sanitary kitchen per state and federal guidelines; general cleaning both per posted schedule and as needed; and performing general department duties as requested and needed.

Requirements

Current certification by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) -Conference for Food Protection (CFP) or obtain within six (6) months of hire date, and renew upon expiration. This requirement may be met by obtaining a ServSafe Certification or a California Food Handler Certification.
Current Driver’s License
Ability to speak, read, write and follow verbal and written directions in English.
Must be able to work well with people and be willing to learn.
Knowledge of kitchen equipment.
Must demonstrate a willingness to learn therapeutic diet guidelines, and general quantity and quality food preparation.

Responsibilities

Utilize patient Dietary Order report generated for each meal to prepare daily Production Sheet.
Performs the basic principles of food preparation and service for AM and PM positions.
Responsible for the quantity, quality and nutritious and creative presentation of patient, guest and employee food.
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
Maintain organized and clean work area at all times

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plans
PDH Employee Discount Program, which waives applicable deductibles and coinsurance for eligible services received at Plumas District Hospital
Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual
Paid leave for continuing education, bereavement, and jury duty
Employer-sponsored retirement plans featuring: A 3% employer contribution
An employer match of 50% of employee contributions, up to the plan maximum
$20,000 in employer-paid life insurance
Voluntary benefit options, including additional life insurance, long-term disability insurance for full-time employees, and identity theft protection
Potential loan-forgiveness opportunities for eligible healthcare professionals
Educational and career-development support, including Certified Medical Assistant training, an LVN-to-RN step-up program, and tuition reimbursement
Paid sick leave, with five days awarded annually based on the employee’s anticipated work schedule
Discounted rates at the PDH Child Care Center
Competitive compensation
The opportunity for all employees to contribute to an employer-sponsored retirement plan
Discounted CareFlight/AirMedCare Network memberships
Shift differentials for eligible shifts and PDH-observed holidays