Cook

Lehigh Valley Health Network • Pottsville, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. This position provides nourishing food to patients, guests, and employees under sanitary conditions and as directed in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Requirements

• 2 years experience in food service, preferably in a healthcare environment
• Familiarity with the care and use of food service equipment.
• Must be knowledgeable in food sanitation guidelines.
• Proficient in food preparation techniques and health safety regulation.
• Understanding of culinary techniques and practices.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma/GED
• Must be 18 years or older

Responsibilities

• Cooks a variety of menu items including regular and special diet entrees.
• Disassembles and assembles cooking component parts and accessories for cleaning and sanitation.
• Maintains proper temperature for all foods during holding, transport, and reheating.
• Operates a variety of electrical kitchen equipment, steam or microwave heat sources.
• Determines types and quantities of meats, vegetables and soups to be prepared by reviewing planned menus.
• Tests foods being cooked and adjusts heat controls as necessary.
• Utilizes the computer to retrieve recipes, menus, and patient diet information.
• Uses daily census and tally guides to calculate production food needs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed