PM Cook

American Addiction Centers•Elgin, IL

4d•$21 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for ensuring that all hot and cold menu items (patient trayline, cafe, catering) are correctly prepared according to the department production and food safety standards and processes. This role involves active participation in offering solutions for deviations in production compliance, following standardized recipes for quality and quantity, adhering to food safety standards (including temperature, labeling, and rotation), and meeting production standards related to par sheets and food waste. The PM Cook must be able to perform in all areas of hot production, including trayline, cafe, grill, and catering, while adhering to department safety, sanitation, service, and communication standards. This includes practicing safe and sanitary techniques, using chemicals correctly, maintaining a clean workspace, demonstrating clear communication, making sound decisions, and attending required meetings and training. Additional duties may be assigned based on daily department needs.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Two years food preparation experience
Good communication skills
Able to interpret and follow recipes
Basic computer and math knowledge
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Working knowledge of kitchen equipment
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance
For lifts over 35 pounds, lifting equipment is expected to be used or lift with at least one other associate when available.
Unique lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case by case basis.

Nice To Haves

Hospital food service experience preferred
Hot line service cook experience preferred
Sanitation Certified (within 3 months of hire)

Responsibilities

Ensuring all hot and cold menu items are correctly prepared according to department production and food safety standards.
Notifying appropriate individuals regarding any possible deviations in production compliance or processes and offering possible solutions.
Following standardized recipes to ensure good quality and adequate quantities of food for all meal programs.
Adhering to all department food safety standards and processes, documenting and taking action when standards are not met.
Adhering to all department production standards and processes, documenting and taking action when standards are not met.
Adhering to all department production standards related to time schedules.
Successfully performing in all areas of hot production (Trayline cook, cafe cook, grill, catering).
Adhering to Department safety, sanitation, service/communication Standards.
Practicing safety and sanitation techniques that meet department standards.
Utilizing all chemicals according to department and manufacturer guidelines.
Practicing a "clean as you go" in day to day task assignments.
Demonstrating accuracy and clarity in both verbal and written communications.
Demonstrating sound decision-making and taking responsibility for decisions.
Attendance at meetings, inservices, and training sessions.
Completing CBT, flu shot and other hospital requirements as required.
Following hospital and department dress code standards.
Performing additional or other duties as assigned based on daily needs of the department.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards
Benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program