What are the responsibilities and job description for the Second Cook - Food & Nutrition AOMC position at Arnot Health System?
MAIN FUNCTION:
Assists Lead Cook with preparation and cooking of food for patients and staff. Monitors, maintains and records appropriate temperature per policy and regulatory agencies' following HACCP guidelines for food safety assurance in the production and service of food.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
** 1. Relieves Lead Cook on days off and vacations, assuming all responsibilities.
** 2. Assists Lead Cook in meat carving, preparing of soup, gravy and vegetables.
** 3. Observes and checks cooking of food, observing length of time and degree of temperature.
** 4. Portions food into proper containers, considering appearance, amount, temperature and meal schedule and storage.
** 5. Co-operates with cooks in proper storage dating and labeling and use of leftovers.
** 6. Maintains work area and equipment in a clean and safe condition.
- Is responsible for attending all annual mandatory educational programs as required by position.
- Employee understands and demonstrates the importance of satisfying the needs of the customer/patient by interacting with him/her in a friendly and caring way, being attentive to the customer's needs, both psychologically and physically, and by taking the initiative to maintain communication with the customer in order to provide a secure and pleasant experience with the Arnot Health.
- It is understood that this job description lists typical duties for the classification and is not to be considered inclusive of all duties which may be assigned.
EDUCATION:
High school or equivalent to satisfy job requirements.
EXPERIENCE:
Able to follow directions and Hospital Policies and Procedures. Experience in all phases of quantity food preparation and service.
CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) REQUIREMENTS:
No CPR required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Some physical effort or strain required. May involve lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching or stooping. Required to be on feet much of time.
EXPOSURE CATEGORY:
Category III. Tasks that involve no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. And Category I tasks are not a condition of employment.
** A.D.A Essential Functions
Salary : $19 - $27