Cook- Food Service Production- Full Time- Second Shift

The cook in our Food Service Production Department will be responsible for preparing and cooking a wide variety of food for patients, employees, the public, and catering events. Following recipes to produce consistent menu items, presenting food using proper plate presentation techniques, ensuring a sanitary work environment per state and federal standards, and tapping into your creativity to adapt to food resources and changes in supply.

• What You’ll Do:

  • Knowledge of materials/methods used in the preparation of food on a large-scale basis.

  • Knowledge of sanitation/safety in handling food/equipment. Sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of the position.

  • Prepares records of quantities used for production planning within menu cycle.

  • Maintains demand or volume necessary to complete each meal period.

  • Follows proper food handling techniques using HACCP standards. Records food and food storage temperatures as required.

  • Checks and maintain coolers and storage areas for cleanliness, quality, and quality of food.

  • Demonstrates the ability to be creative with food resources to plan and or adapt to changes in supplies.

  • Operates and safely uses all types of food service production equipment.

  • Works closely with the purchasing to adapt to menu items to changes in supply.

  • Follows proper food portioning standards.

  • Complies with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards.

  • Uses FIFO standards when utilizing food supplies.

  • Maintains a clean and organized work area. Responsible for meeting Manchester Board of Health, State and TJC standards.

  • Maintains a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.

  Required Knowledge and Skills:

  • Good communication skills with ability to give and receive production information.

  • Knowledge of FIFO and HACCP standards.

  • Ability to follow instructions.

  • Ability to operate department specific equipment.

  • Ability to read, write, and understand directions in the English language.

  Qualifications:

  • Education: High School diploma or a GED is strongly preferred. Culinary program preferred.

  • Experience: Two (2) to four (4) years cooking experience in a restaurant or room service hospital environment preferred.

  • Certification/Licensure: Serve Safe certification preferred.

  • Software/Hardware: Basic computer skills preferred.

  Why You’ll Love Us:

  • Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees

  • Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage

  • Competitive pay and earned time accrual plan

  • Tuition Reimbursement and career advancement opportunities

  • 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

  • Supplemental benefits, including access to the Welliot Health Center

  • And more!