**Cook-Food & Nutrition Services, SR-Evenings, MHM: Food & Nutrition Services**

Detailed responsibilities:

Prepares food according to standardized recipes ensuring food production schedules are met.

Follows menus provided and communicates any concerns to departmental leadership.

Ensures that food is prepared and documented according to quality, quantity, nutritional, temperature and safety standards.

Adheres to all applicable HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) guidelines regarding the requisition, storage, handling and preparation of food.

Uses all necessary food service equipment as needed, using proper safety precautions, operational, cleaning procedures, as well as sanitation and maintenance of work area.

Experience & Requirements

Competencies and skills:

Essential:

STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR: Acts in a manner that supports the standards of communication, respect, privacy, and teamwork by demonstrating a commitment to professional and ethical conduct.

CUSTOMER SERVICE: Demonstrates commitment to service excellence by promptly addressing internal/external customer issues/requests, resolving concerns while maintaining a professional image and behavior to build and enhance the patient/family/customer experience.

ACCOUNTABILITY: Accepts ownership of job roles and specific assignments/goals; works independently, takes responsibility for own actions; admits mistakes and judgment errors; and accepts constructive feedback. Connects personal work results to the accomplishment of team and organizational goals.

RESPONDING TO CHANGE: Accepts change and adapts in a positive and productive manner; handles unexpected situations and changes in direction calmly and with confidence. Views new assignments and job responsibilities as an opportunity for growth.

FOOD SAFETY: Observes and maintains safety of food during and after preparation.

FOOD PREPARATION: Prepares nutritious and varied meals for patients, staff, and guests.

KITCHEN SANITATION: Maintains food service area, supplies, and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition.

PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE: Provides Patient and Family Centered Care to patients, families, visitors and internal customers

HAND HYGIENE: Practices appropriate hand hygiene to impede spread of infection and disease.

Education:

Essential:

None

Credentials:

Education equivalent experience:

Essential:

High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred.

Other information:

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Required Work Experience: One (1) year of food service experience which can include training from a culinary program.

High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred.

**Disclaimer:** This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.**Location:**

Miramar , FL