Cook

Description

Essential Functions:

• Prepares or directs preparation of variety of food as with hot foods and desserts as indicated on menus provided for patients and employee food service while utilizing standardized recipes.
• Estimates production requirements and controls standardized service portions while eliminating overproduction and waste.
• Maintains record of menu changes and reason thereof.
• Provides tray line services.
• Regularly monitors equipment and cooking area to assure required safety and sanitation.
• Reports repair and maintenance needs to the Dietary Manager.
• Assists with cafeteria set-up.
• Pre-preparation for the next day meals.
• For full job description, please contact Human Resources.

Requirements

Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Must be willing to obtain/maintain Food Handler's Certification.

Experience:
Previous commercial (e.g. hospital, school, restaurant) cooking experience preferred, experience cooking therapeutic diets. Head cook experience preferred.

Job Knowledge & Skills:
Capable of performing duties as assigned. Ability to read and write English. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Good verbal communication skills. Must demonstrate reasonableness and good judgment.

Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the Dietary Supervisor, the Cook is responsible for maintaining high standards of quality food production in a sanitary and timely manner while utilizing standardized recipes.

We are looking for a candidate who works great as a team player with all departments, staff, and future employees with positive representation of Lake Health District.

As a Lake Health District employee, after your introductory period is met; you will receive incredible Health Insurance. Medical (90/10 split), dental, and vision coverage. Life insurance. Short and long-term disability, paid time off (PTO), 7 paid holidays, long term sick bank, pension with 6% contribution, 403b voluntary pension, flexible spending accounts, employee discount for hospital services, bereavement leave, retention bonus, education opportunities, jury duty compensation, service awards, moving assistance, air ambulance membership, AFLAC, tuition assistance, EAP, free parking, and potential recruitment sign on funds.

Criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen required upon conditional job offer.

Lake Health District is located in Lakeview, Oregon. Lakeview is a friendly county seat located in SE Oregon on the California border. With clean country living 90 miles from Klamath Falls, 3 hours from Bend or Medford, 4 hours from Reno, and 6 hours from San Francisco or Portland. Mile-High rural location where recreation abounds, quality schools, and lots of sun. Golf, hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, biking, fly-way for birds, and hang-gliding capital of the world. Check-out Lake County Oregon Chamber of Commerce at https://www.allaboutlakecounty.com/ for more information.

Lake Health District is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, considers individuals for employment according to their abilities and performance. Employment decision are made without regard to race, age, religion, color, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other classification protected by law. All employment requirements mandated by local, state, and federal regulations will be observed.

Salary : $16 - $21