About this role
Core Functions
- Review menus and production sheets to determine types and quantities of food to prepare.
- Plan cooking schedules to ensure meals are ready at designated times.
- Prepare meals according to dietary modifications and approved substitutions.
- Taste and season food appropriately during preparation.
- Ensure all food items are properly labeled and dated.
- Check food temperatures prior to meal service.
- Adhere to correct portion sizes for all servings.
- Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment, including utensils, equipment, refrigerators, steam tables, and microwaves.
- Follow infection control protocols, including proper hand hygiene and glove use.
- Comply with DNV and ISO 9001 standards.
- Check and store food supplies appropriately.
- Minimize waste and manage leftovers effectively.
- Provide courteous service to patients, staff, and visitors, including pediatric, geriatric, and general populations.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support kitchen operations and departmental goals.
Professional Responsibility
- Adheres to hospital dress code; maintains a neat and professional appearance.
- Promotes positive guest relations through courteous and respectful interactions.
- Reports to work on time, follows scheduled hours, and completes tasks within designated timeframes.
- Wears identification badge while on duty and accurately uses the timekeeping system.
- Completes required in-service training and returns documentation promptly.
- Attends a minimum of 75% of scheduled staff meetings.
- Maintains patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and hospital policies.
- Completes annual physical examination prior to employment anniversary date.
- Assists with onboarding and training of new staff members.
- Communicates and upholds the hospitals mission, values, and ethical standards.
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience
- Previous experience in hospital or healthcare food preparation preferred.
Certification/License
- Current food handlers certification preferred.
Skills:
- Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Additional language proficiency is a plus.
- Ability to accurately calculate recipe measurements to adjust serving sizes.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow dietary guidelines and safety standards.