Per Diem First Cook

Yale New Haven Health • Bridgeport, CT

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About The Position

Under the direction of the Executive Chef, the First Cook prepares and distributes assigned recipes in proper quantities while meeting established standards and providing client satisfaction. The role provides wholesome, quality food to patients, staff, and visitors at Bridgeport Hospital. Employees are expected to support the YNHHS Vision and Mission and demonstrate its values of integrity, patient-centeredness, respect, accountability, and compassion.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year of related experience.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to read and speak English.
• Successful completion of hospital orientation and department orientation.
• Must be able to lift more than 50 pounds, stand and walk for 6–8 hours, and push or pull carts and equipment for 6–8 hours.
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Maintains high food-quality standards using recipe cards, training, and teamwork to support customer satisfaction.
• Prepares assigned recipes according to production sheets, special requests, and standardized recipe cards, meeting required quality and quantities for daily consumption.
• Maintains sanitation in service and preparation areas.
• Promotes the safety of patients, staff, and visitors by enforcing department safety policies and procedures.
• Performs additional assignments as required by the supervisor or manager.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED