Posted 1 month ago
Cook
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Prepares menu items for patients, cafeteria, and special functions at a children's hospital, following standardized recipes and food safety procedures.
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Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.
Job Description
Experience
- 2 years of experience in culinary/kitchen and/or food preparation training/food handler’s certification or 1 year of experience in institutional and batch cooking in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
- ServSafe experience
- 1 year of experience in a hospital food service setting
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Education
- N/A
Certification Summary
- No professional certifications required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
- Ability to work with a sense of urgency and meet deadlines
- Excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team
Job Responsibilities
- Uses standardized recipes to prepare menu items for the patients, cafeteria, and special functions.
- Uses proper techniques and maintains proper temperature when inspecting, handling, preparing, serving, and storing all items.
- Covers, labels, and dates all leftovers and uses proper methods of waste disposal.
- Keeps accurate records of the amount of each item used and amount left on hand.
- Complies with infection control, safety, Department of Public Health, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration procedures and regulations.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.
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