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MERCY HEALTH CORPORATION Cook in JANESVILLE, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Overview Performs daily kitchen duties to provide a safe, clean, and sanitized environment for our patients, residents, customers, and partners with quality service in mind. Prepares and plans foods according to menu, order, diet, and standardized recipe and portion control. Prepares food to be palatable appetizing and attractive. Utilizes leftovers avoiding waste. Properly labels and dates food products for storage. Maintains a clean and sanitized work area. May be required to work overtime and alternate shifts. Has the ability to work in a fast paced environment. Performs other duties as assigned. Responsibilities Essential 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.) Direct patient care; takes patient meal orders, correcting food items within allowed prescribed diets, using EPIC as needed. Working directly with the patients by suggestions on items to have. Calculates intake per diet guidelines and requirements Prepares therapeutic food items following prescribed diets and modify the diets Maintains time management with cooking and taking the patients orders Handles patient concerns and complaints Intakes and prepares conference room or other large department functions as requested. 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 Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations: Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals. Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance;... For full info follow application link. EOE&AA/M/F/Vet/Disabled. Mercy is an equal employment opportunity employer functioning under Affirmative Action Plans. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/68059C1C74B94032