Culinary Service Line Cook

Hospitality Health ER • Longview, TX

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About The Position

Hospitality Health ER is a freestanding ER in Longview, TX that provides personal attention to all patients with first-class care. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional hospitality and customer service to everyone that enters our facility, going above and beyond the call of duty. We encourage a strong team environment, where our staff will step up to the plate during the busiest of times and lend a hand in whatever direction is needed. If you are looking to make a change in your career and be part of an exciting team, with endless possibilities for career growth, apply today! We are looking to fill positions immediately!

Requirements

• Knowledge of food preparation and handling techniques.
• General knowledge of safety and sanitation rules and practices.
• Demonstrates knowledge of fire safety procedures.
• Ability to work in high volume, high stress environment.
• Critical thinking skills: ability to work autonomously and make efficient use of time and resources.
• Must be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age.
• Demonstrated competency of Physical Assessment within 90 days, as evaluated by Culinary Services Manager.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to operate a fire extinguisher and to manipulate kitchen equipment, including slicer, chopper, processor, knives, etc.
• Ability to get along well with others; demonstrates a high level of sensitivity and interest in people, especially older adults.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Ability to use simple math concepts.
• Food Handler’s Permit required and kept current.
• Previous cooking/food service experience, preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and sanitizing work areas, equipment, utensils, and dishes.
• Preparing hot food, including accompaniments and garnishes.
• Following preparation guide and provided recipes, prepare hot entrees, soups and vegetables for dining room service, healthcare center, cafeteria, and special functions.
• Setting up workstation with sufficient product & utensils and prepares cooking & food holding equipment to ensure station is ready for meal service.
• Preparing food in advance as indicated.
• Arranging eye‐appealing, tasty food items following recipes provided for preparation and plate service of hot food.
• Completing food temperature checks for each meal.
• Tasting all food items prepared.
• Completing preparation records and stores food items properly at close of meal service.
• Cleaning work area and equipment used in food preparation.
• Take necessary precautions and follow correct procedures for lifting and bending.
• Complying with federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third‐party audits.
• Ensuring that all hot food preparation and assembling is done in accordance with established procedures.
• Multitasking and allocating time appropriately for multiple different orders.
• Maintaining cleanliness and working order of work area, tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Assisting with evacuations of residents to a safe location in the event of fire or other emergency.
• Communicating with supervisor when equipment or systems are not working properly or of any safety hazards.

Benefits

• Night shift differential
• 401K with company match
• Additional benefits for full-time employees

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees