Cook/FT

Description

GENERAL OVERVIEW :

This job prepares foods for service to patients, cafeteria and catering customers.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Prepares and produces hot and cold food items for assigned areas and for special requests in accordance with departmental standards, regulatory standards and pre-established task assignments. (60%)
• Utilizes proper food handling and food storage techniques when receiving, rotating, storing and preparing food. (20%)
• Performs cleaning functions in assigned areas following established schedules and using prescribed methods and required chemicals.

Complies with all safety and infection control guidelines. (10%)

• Maintains safety and sanitation standards according to departmental policies and regulatory agency requirements (10%)
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS : Minimum

Minimum

Associate’s Degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year of related experience and / or training;

or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred

• Experience in an institutional setting.
• ACHD or Serve Safe Certification.

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