Cook

OVERVIEW This job involves preparing and cooking food, following recipes, and making sure meals are properly portioned and served. The employee must also keep the kitchen clean and safe, follow food safety rules, maintain temperature logs, and provide good customer service.

SCHEDULE:

40-hours per weekSHIFT:
VariableESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Determines food items and prepares them for service

Is able to prepare food from scratch that is appetizing and appealing

Ability to execute culinary knife skills

Reads and follows standardized recipes

Cooks and/or prepares food in quantities according to menu, par level and number of persons to be served

Cooks to order

Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently.

Dishes meals

Orders supplies

Maintains proper food temperature log sheets

Maintain proper cooking/quick chill log sheets

Portions and dishes food on plate according diet ticket. Weighs items when necessary

Performs dishwashing as necessary

Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)Maintains a clean and sanitized work area, tables, counter, cabinets, ovens, and other kitchen equipment utilizing proper sanitation techniques

Adheres to department safety and sanitation regulations

Use protective barriers (gloves, apron, proper hair covering)
Excellent customer service skills needed

Works well on a team and on their own EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

One year of experience as a cook or two years of experience in food service department preferred.

Graduate of vocational school, or culinary program preferred.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSUREState Food Safety Sanitation Certification per department requirements required within 90 daysOTHER

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Excellent interpersonal / communication skills

Full knowledge of kitchen equipment

Able to perform mathematical calculations

Language Skills Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

Ability to write correspondence.

Ability to effectively present information in one-to-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization

Ability to communicate with others in a positive manner

Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract divide and multiply all numbers

Ability to perform these operations using units of American money, weight measurements and volume

Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.

Ability to deal with problems.

Computer Skills Basic computer knowledge needed LEVEL OF SUPERVISION Work is performed according to specific procedures and methods, but must be able to make decisions in order to adapt to routine situations.

SUPERVISE SN/APAY RANGE:$17.23 - $24.98

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability InsuranceFSA/HSA Options Generous, accruing paid time offPaid Parental and caregiver leave

Career advancement and educational opportunities

Tuition and certification reimbursement

Certification Reimbursement Well-being Programs Employee Discounts On-Demand Pay Financial Education Annual recognition/awards events

Partner appreciation days Family entertainment/attractions discount

Community service/improvement opportunities

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At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50

One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working MothersA Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women