Cook-Back Kitchen at UnityPoint Health

Sioux City, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Food Preparation, Cooking, HACCP Guidelines, Sanitation, Food Safety, Recipe Standardization, Inventory Management, Multicultural Sensitivity, Critical Thinking, Basic Computer Skills, Team Collaboration, Time Management, Waste Minimization, Equipment Operation, Communication

Industry

Description

Overview UnityPoint-St Luke's Hospital Cafeteria 5am-1:30pm PRN (as-needed) Assemble, organize, prepare, and cook or bake from scratch or convenience all meats, entrees, casseroles, soup, starches, vegetables, sauces, and bakery products, etc. to provide the menu selections for patient, cafeteria, special function and satellite accounts while meeting productivity levels. Is knowledgeable about and practices HACCP guidelines. Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities Customer Service/Patient Care Prepares, organizes, assembles and cooks from scratch or convenience all meats, entree, casseroles, soup, starches, vegetables, sauces, and bakery products etc. to provide menu selections for patient, cafeteria, special function and satellite accounts . Cooks using standardized recipes. Creatively utilizes leftovers to minimize waste and decrease food cost. Prepares quantities indicated on computerized production sheets and special function lists. Pulls needed meats, eggs and vegetables from freezer in advance of production. Pans meat, bacon, sausage, strata, etc. Slicing or breading, meats needed. Baking, steaming, frying food items in advance. Pre- preps items for the next day’s menus Technical & Safety Correctly operate department equipment that has been assigned. Clean and restock dishes, food, supplies during hours of operation as assigned. Practices HACCP guidelines for food handling and a sanitary and safe condition. Reports any equipment malfunction to a supervisor. Monitors and records temperatures, utilizes safe food handling techniques, maintains a clean orderly work station. Practices sanitary and safe food management conditions that include, but are not limited to, maintenance and operation of equipment, temperature control, utilization of food handling techniques, communication of equipment malfunctions and hazards, and maintaining a clean and orderly work station. Practices clean as you go through the shift Performs routine cleaning duties as assigned by manager or supervisors Completes sanitation logs. Completes production sheets. Checks out with superiors or team lead at the end of their shift Basic UPH Performance Criteria Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines. Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance. Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position. Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, JCAHO, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare. Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year. Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related Qualifications High School Education or GED REQUIRED Less than one year ServSafe Food Handler (Training Provided) Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English. Multicultural sensitivity. Microsoft Office – basic computer skills. Customer/patient focused. Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions. Machines: Ovens, Hot Food Carts, Scales, Fryers, Mixers, Grill/Stove, Tilt Skillet, Blenders, Steamers, Broilers, Meat Slicers, Buffalo Chopper, Tilt steam kettles, Thermometer, and all other pertinent food service equipment.

Responsibilities

The Cook is responsible for preparing, organizing, and cooking a variety of food items for patients and cafeteria services. This includes following standardized recipes and practicing HACCP guidelines to ensure food safety.