Cook | Nutritional Services | Part Time
About The Position
Under the direct supervision of the Chef and the Nutritional Services Supervisor, the cook will prepare, season, and cook food for hospital patients, staff, and visitors. This role involves determining food quantities based on planned menus, ordering supplies, ensuring timely meal preparation, and consulting with supervisors and dietitians on special diets and menu planning. The cook will also supervise other nutritional services workers in food preparation tasks, utilize various kitchen equipment, and prepare a range of dishes according to recipes and dietary guidelines. Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, adhering to infection control practices, and ensuring patient safety are also key aspects of this position. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent
- Previous cook experience preferred
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in hospital food preparation preferred
Responsibilities
- Determines types and quantities of meats, vegetables, and soups to be prepared by reviewing planned menus.
- Determines amount of foods needed to meet weekly menus and submits order to Nutritional Services Supervisor.
- Ensures meals are ready at specified times.
- Consults with Nutritional Services Supervisor regarding use of left-overs.
- Consults Registered Dietitian on modified diets, as necessary.
- Supervises Nutritional Services workers when washing, trimming, or preparing food.
- Measures and mixes ingredients according to approved recipes, using blenders, mixers, grinders, slicers, etc.
- Makes sauces, soups, stews, casseroles, and desserts meeting established dietary guidelines.
- Cooks meat, fish, and fowl in a variety of ways, such as baking or roasting.
- Carves meat, fish, and fowl into individual servings according to menu combinations and patient diet orders.
- Tests foods being cooked to ensure proper temperature.
- Adjusts heat controls as necessary.
- Improves flavor and texture of food by adding ingredients or seasonings.
- Observes infection control practices at all times; practices proper handwashing techniques.
- Maintains kitchen in a clean, neat, and organized manner.
- Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
