Cook

Reno Behavioral Healthcare Hospital Reno , NV 89511

Posted 1 week ago

The Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of foods, including special diets. Work involves cooking within recipe and menu requirements and under the supervision of the Director of Food Services.

  • Cooks food according to menus, special dietary or nutritional restrictions, and numbers of portions to be served.
  • Ensures proper cooking temperatures for foods.
  • Knowledge of medically necessary textures for patients.
  • Cleans and inspects equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas in order to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
  • Directs activities of one or more workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
  • Knowledge of Nevada Food Health code requirements.
  • Cleans, cuts, and cooks meat, fish, and poultry.
  • Compiles and maintains records of food use and expenditures.
  • Adheres to all appropriate sanitation and safety.
  • Understands and provides required substitutions or modifications in meals for patients whose special needs restrict their diets.
  • Helps with tracking meal counts for monthly report.
  • Takes inventory of supplies and equipment.
  • Assists in training new employees.
  • Washes pots, pans, dishes, utensils, and other cooking equipment.
  • Monitors all equipment temperature and all hot and cold food temperatures.
  • Logs all food holding temperatures and serving temperatures.
  • Monitors production levels to minimize waste without compromising proper food service levels.

Requirements

  • Minimum two (2) years’ cooking experience in a Healthcare environment preferred
  • Prior experience in hospital food service preferred.
  • Valid Serve Safe Certification required or able to obtain within 90 days of hire
  • Knowledgeable on state and local code requirements for food service establishments.
  • Ability to prepare food combinations that add interest, contrast, and variety to a menu.
  • Knowledge of appropriate safe food-handling techniques.
  • Flexibility and willingness to adapt to change.

Benefits

We proudly offer the following benefits available 1st of the month following just one month of employment:

  • Competitive rates
  • Flexible schedules
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Comprehensive package of benefits to include:
    • Medical
    • Dental
    • Vision
  • Life, Pet, Identity Theft Insurance
  • 401k
  • Generous paid time off
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability
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