Organization:

MPHS-Mills-Peninsula Medical Center

Position Overview:

Responsible for the preparation, cooking, quality and presentation of food for patients, staff, visitors and catering functions. Follows established policies and procedures to ensure the quality and accuracy of food served to patients. Instructs and functionally supervises the activities of other employees performing the same or related duties. Supports the functionality of the department by providing general sanitation including cleaning and storing dishes, utensils and pots, and disinfecting work areas. Gains confidence and cooperation from peers and supervisors through effective communication and competent job performance. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure sanitation and safety while delivering optimal performance.

Job Description:

We are seeking an hourly/Per Diem worker in a Cook III role. This position will work an 8-hour shift that could begin as early as 4 AM and end at 8 PM Monday-Sunday.
This role is attractive because we ask our Per Diem cooks for their availability and try to best suit them and we strive to develop our work schedules 3 weeks ahead of time.
We also offer very competitive pay for this role.
JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
CULINARY SERVICES• Measures, assembles, and cooks food for serving according to established recipes, using the appropriate kitchen utensils and equipment.• Maintains cook’s area, equipment, and service ware in a clean, orderly, and sanitary condition.• Prepares and cooks food items for modified diets, observing dietary restrictions and using standard recipes.• Ensures that routine and priority tasks are completed within established departmental time frames.• Instruct and function communicate the activities of other employees performing the same or related duties, as requestedTRAINING• Instructs and functionally supervises the activities of other employees performing the same or related duties. CLERICAL• Performs general clerical tasks, such as answering phones and interacting with customers and patients daily. • Prepares and completes accurate, job-related, ed documentation, including all food intake and response to diet in medical and departmental records as required.SAFETY• Maintains a clean, neat, and safe working environment, including cleaning and disinfecting equipment after use.• Inspects equipment accordingly for proper sanitation and working order, reporting any insufficiencies to the supervisor. COMPLIANCE• Performs job responsibilities in compliance with department standards, policies, and procedures, as well as local, state, and federal regulatory agencies to deliver the highest level of service.• Retains certification and completes mandated continuing education requirements to meet facility and regulatory agencies' accreditation and licensure requirements.• Follows department safety and sanitation standards including proper use of chemicals and personal protective equipment.EDUCATION
Equivalent experience will be accepted instead of the required degree or diploma.
HS Diploma or equivalent education/experiencePREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:
2 years experience in food production as typically acquired in a similar environmentSKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of maintaining a safe food environment including proper cleaning procedures and various equipment.Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Ability to instruct and functionally supervise the activities of other employees.Possess written and verbal communications skills to communicate with fellow team members, supervisors, patients, and other hospital personnel.Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.Build collaborative relationships with peers and other staff members to achieve departmental and corporate objectives. 

Job Shift:

Varied

Schedule:

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Every Weekend

Benefits:

No

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

0

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

Number of Openings:

1

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $33.94 to $40.72 / hour