Hot Prep Cook at Lake Mary Hospital

Orlando Health • Lake Mary, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Hot Prep Cook prepares hot food items for patient and non-patient food services, following production plans and recipes assigned by the Executive Chef, Food & Nutrition Supervisor, or Production Leader. The position may also assist with tray assembly, special-diet meals and supplements, and other kitchen areas as needed. This is a variable full-time role with a varying schedule at Orlando Health Lake Mary Hospital.

Requirements

• Six months of fast-food production or kitchen food production experience.
• Ability to read and recognize similarities and differences between words and series of numbers.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers.

Nice To Haves

• Previous restaurant or high-volume food service experience is required.
• Experience with food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen safety standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot food items for patient and non-patient food services according to assigned production plans and recipes.
• Assist with tray assembly and preparation of special-diet needs, including puree meals and supplements, or non-patient services.
• Receive, store, prepare, and hold food items using basic food preparation techniques.
• Follow food service sanitation practices, infection-control procedures, and applicable HAACP guidelines.
• Communicate patient, non-patient, and department needs to the Executive Chef, Food & Nutrition Supervisor, Group Leaders, and food service peers.
• Help in other kitchen areas as needed, including cold prep, bakery, storeroom, café serving line, dish room, and tray line.
• Maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies and applicable standards.
• Comply with Orlando Health policies and procedures and departmental rules and regulations.
• Participate in monthly departmental AQ/QI activities and related services.
• Follow proper portion controls and menu preparation procedures.
• Perform cold food preparation duties when necessary and follow applicable universal precautions.
• Prepare meat roasting charts, temperature logs, leftover logs, and other records as needed.

Benefits

• Benefits package begins on day one for full-time and part-time employees.
• Flexible schedules.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $5,000 per year.
• Career advancement, leadership, and professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed