Cook

Encompass Health
Lowell, MA, US
Full-time

The Cook prepares, seasons and cooks regular and therapeutic diets for patients, employees, visitors and special functions.

Job Code : 100069

Qualifications

License or Certification : - Food handlers permit (if required by state or county regulations)Total Education, Vocational Training and Experience : - Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets, recent institutional cooking experience and special function cooking experience desirable.

Knowledge of all A.A.C.C.P. guidelines, preferred. - Knowledge of food safety guidelines, preferredMachines, Equipment Used : - General office equipment, convection oven, mixer, steamer, gas range, grill, oven, microwave, toaster, blender, steam tables, fryer, food processor, scales, meat slicerPhysical Requirements : - Ability to sit, stand for long periods, reach, push, pull and lift minimum of 20 pounds, stoop and kneel- Ability to grasp and use fine finger movement, feel fine sensation to discern temperate and texture.

Skills and Abilities : - Ability to speak, read, write and comprehend English.- Ability to coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented manner- Ability to communicate effectively in both writing and verbal arenas as well as via email.

Ability to work independently without supervision.- Ability to ensure sanitation of departmentEnvironmental Conditions : - Indoor, temperature controlled, smoke-free environment.

Occasional outdoor exposure- Exposure or potential exposure to blood and body fluids may be required.- Wet surfaces and sharp objects and high noise levels possible- Hot and cold temperatures extremes- May work under stressful circumstances at times.

Proficiency or Productivity Standards : - May be required to work weekdays and / or weekends, evenings and or night shifts if needed to meet deadlines.

May be required to work on religious and / or legal holidays on scheduled days / shifts.- Will be required to work as necessary during disaster situations, i.

e. before, during or after a disaster.- Regular attendance and reporting on time to work is a requirement of position.

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