Cook | Freeman Regional Health Services

Avera•Freeman, SD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, serving, and distributing food in accordance with approved menus for patients and residents, employees, and visitors. This is a benefit-eligible part-time position working 48 hours per pay period, primarily on the afternoon/evening shift from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with rotating weekends and holidays. The role is based in Freeman, South Dakota. The Cook prepares food for patient/resident meals, staff, the cafeteria, and special functions; meets established standards for food preparation, quality, sanitation, and efficiency; and delivers items according to their assigned schedules. The position also includes making menu recommendations, completing daily cleaning tasks, providing excellent customer service, and following established dietary procedures.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years old.
Must be able to work the specified hours.
Must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily, including having adequate visual acuity, communicating effectively, and hearing, understanding, and distinguishing speech and other sounds.

Responsibilities

Prepare food for patients and residents, meal service, staff, the cafeteria, and special functions.
Meet established standards for food preparation, quality, sanitation, and efficiency.
Deliver products according to the schedule set for each item.
Make menu recommendations to the appropriate leader.
Complete assigned daily cleaning in accordance with approved standards.
Provide excellent customer service using the scripts developed for Food Services.
Follow established dietary procedures and policies.
Complete additional tasks as assigned.