Cook

Adventist Health•Saint Helena, CA

22d

About The Position

Located in one of the most beautiful regions in the United States, St. Helena Hospital was founded in 1878 and has a rich history of innovative medical care. We are comprised of a 151-bed hospital, emergency department and medical offices with centers of excellence in specialty care, including Adventist Heart and Vascular Institute, Coon Joint Replacement Institute, Martin-O'Neil Cancer Center and Behavioral Health units. In the heart of Napa Valley, St. Helena is a charming place, and the quality of life is unsurpassed with outdoor adventure, rejuvenation at luxurious spas, popular restaurants, as well as perfect weekend getaways to San Francisco or the coast. Job Summary: Prepares food for patients, customers and catered events in a consistent and efficient manner by utilizing food production standards and food safety procedures. Cleans, dish washes, and sanitizes dishware and equipment. Prepares and serves food items for customers and catering. Assists in overseeing the kitchen and facility operations. Provides products for customers and communicates needs to department head.

Requirements

High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred

Nice To Haves

Associate’s/Technical Degree in culinary arts or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
SERV Safe certification or equivalent: Preferred

Responsibilities

Prepares, seasons and cooks food for facility patients, employees and visitors.
Displays and serves food to customers.
Ensures dietary needs are met.
Previews menus and work orders to determine type and quantities of meats, vegetables, soups, salads, and desserts to be prepared.
Plans cooking schedule so that foods will be ready at specified times.
Ensures work stations are sanitary and inventory levels are maintained.
Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipes, using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment, such as blenders, mixers, grinders, slicers, and tenderizers.
Ensures each item prepared meets quality standards in taste, appearance and ingredients used, and that a desired sanitary level is maintained throughout the entire process of food preparation.
Attends and assists in training personnel.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.