Cook

Job description

Overview  Embark on a rewarding career with Baptist Medical Center hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch. At Baptist Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance.

The available plans and programs include: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off Career development and continuing education opportunities Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

The Cook prepares food for various areas of the department. Other related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

General Functions: Prepares food for cafeteria and/or patient services and other areas assigned. Follow standardized recipes. Works as a grill cook in cafeteria if needed. Preps food for production as assigned. Prepares salads and desserts according to standardized recipes. Oversee the preparation of the food in accordance with sanitary regulations. Assures that all BHS standards for safety, sanitation, and HACCP are always adhered to.

Adheres to local, state, and federal regulations. Determines whether a product is prepared correctly and decides if it is to be served. Discerns through vision (color perception) and taste the quality of prepared food items. Demonstrates proficiency in the operation of all equipment used in the kitchen. Understands and apply proper sanitation regulations to the daily operations of the department. Checks temperature of prepared foods at various times during the day Communicate with verbal and written skills to coworkers and supervisors.

Assured of the timely delivery of food. Checks patient trays-temperature and content. Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively. Maintains safe work environment. Participates in Performance Improvement activities.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION : Able to read, write and understand the English language.

PREFERRED EDUCATION

High School Graduate or equivalent MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 1 year of cooking experience in a restaurant or healthcare environment REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: ANSI Accredited Texas Food Handler or ANSI Accredited Food Manager course or Certified Food Manager from the San Antonio Metropolitan Health District #LI-JH5 Organization Description Baptist Health System has more than 120 years history of caring for our community and making a positive difference.

Our system of care includes six full-service hospitals, a specialized childrens hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, a physician network, imaging centers, ambulatory services and the Baptist School of Health Professions. Wherever you go in the Baptist Health System, youll find that we have the same goal to help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith.

Join our team! Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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