Cook - Full Time - Various - Austell Area

Wellstar Health System•Marietta, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Wellstar is seeking a Full-Time Cook to join their team. This role involves preparing nutritious and delicious food for WellStar Patient Meal Service, Retail Service, and/or other satellite areas. The ideal candidate will have a passion for culinary arts, a commitment to adhering to sanitation and food handling codes (HACCP and local health department guidelines), and the ability to work in a high-volume healthcare setting. The position requires strong time management skills, the ability to assess food quality, and a dedication to maintaining a safe and clean work environment. Cooks will also be expected to support team members and collaborate with leadership to achieve departmental goals.

Requirements

Ability to communicate and understand verbal and written English language and Math.
Ability to complete mandatory computer-based learning and pass exam.
Ability to understand and follow safety regulations in a food service healthcare environment.
Must be adamant about adhering to all sanitation and food handling codes established by the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point and local county Department of Health.
Must be able to comply with a higher standard of safety and sanitation as a result of preparing food for a high risk population that has developing, weakening or compromised immune systems.
Must possess ability to manage time and plan work accordingly to produce a variety and number of recipes simultaneously, possibly under high-volume demands.
Requires ability to assess food quality, taste, color, odor, etc.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma General-Preferred
SRVSF-FH - ServSafe Food Handler within 60 Days
relevant experience Preferred

Responsibilities

Ensures the Safety of Customers and Team Members (according to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and County Health Department Guidelines) by washing hands, wearing gloves, following infection prevention practices, maintaining clean work areas, monitoring and recording temperatures, and storing food properly.
Operates equipment according to safety guidelines and escalates any unsafe conditions.
Ensures Positive Service Outcomes by following the department work schedule, setting up and breaking down workstations, following instructions accurately, completing checklists, and operating equipment according to guidelines.
Remains flexible to support other team members across the department.
Engages in Efforts to Create a World Class Work Environment by following uniform specifications, collaborating with team members and leadership, communicating respectfully, and respecting cultural traditions.
Ensures the High Quality of Menu Items Prepared by Utilizing Culinary Techniques, including peeling and cutting products, butchering meats, dicing, julienning, mincing, utilizing proper cooking techniques, identifying and handling food items, and accurately reading and following recipes.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.