What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook II position at Plumas District Hospital?
Nature and Scope
The Cook II is responsible for assisting in the preparation and service of high-quality meals for patients, staff, and visitors within the hospital Nutrition Services department. In addition to core food production duties, the Cook II provides essential operational support including inventory management, supply ordering, product receiving and stocking, and minor budgetary tracking. This role is distinguished from the Cook I classification by the breadth of responsibility and the trust placed in the incumbent to help sustain efficient, cost-effective department operations.
Location
We are located at 1065 Bucks Lake Road, Quincy, CA 95971.
Compensation
Compensation Philosophy:
- We have 6 pay increments on our pay scales to compensate staff for 6 years of relevant experience.
Compensation range:
- $20.82- $26.58
Job Status / Shift Information
Full-time, benefited
Qualifications
Experience:
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in institutional, healthcare, or high-volume food service cooking.
- Current food handler’s permit or ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire).
Education:
- The Cook must have a current certification by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) -Conference for Food Protection (CFP) or obtain within six (6) months of hire date, and renew upon expiration. This requirement may be met by obtaining a ServSafe Certification or a California Food Handler Certification.
- Current Driver’s License
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Demonstrated ability to read and follow standardized recipes and modified diet orders.
- Basic math skills sufficient for recipe scaling, portioning, and inventory counts
- Ability to speak, read, write and follow verbal and written directions in English
- Must be able to work well with people and be willing to learn.
- Knowledge of kitchen equipment
- Must demonstrate a willingness to learn therapeutic diet guidelines, and general quantity and quality food preparation.
Responsibilities
Food Production (approximately 80%)
- Assist in the preparation patient meals in accordance with therapeutic diet specifications, standardized recipes, and departmental guidelines.
- Ensure all food is produced to established quality, temperature, and presentation standards.
- Operate commercial cooking equipment including ovens, steamers, grills, and fryers safely and efficiently
Logistics & Operational Support (approximately 20%)
- Monitor par levels for food and supply inventory and initiate orders in a timely manner to prevent shortages.
- Receive, inspect, and properly store incoming deliveries; verify accuracy against purchase orders.
- Rotate stock using FIFO (first in, first out) principles to minimize waste and ensure product freshness.
Benefits / Perks
Options offered to benefit eligible employees:
- Excellent Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, and Vision Plans
- Paid days for continuing education, bereavement, and jury duty
- Retirement Plans with 3% company contribution
- Voluntary Life Insurance and Long Term Disability
- Considerable Paid Time Off
- And more! PDH Benefits to review more details on current options available
Perks all employees can enjoy:
- Inclusive and connected work environment
- Competitive Compensation
- Discounted memberships with Flight/American Medical Care Network
- Shift differentials paid for certain work shifts, including Holiday pay
Child Care:
- PDH is thrilled to provide our Child Care Center services to all families in our area. Our program is operational from 7:45am to 5:15pm, Monday through Friday, and is approved for children aged 0 to 5 years. After submitting your application, our Child Care Director will get in touch with you about your acceptance into the program. Once approved, we will start the enrollment process. PDH employees take priority on our waiting list. For any additional questions please contact our Child Care Center Director at 530-283-7165 or childcare@pdh.org
Why Plumas District Hospital
Work in a setting with rugged canyons, crystal clear lakes, grassy meadows, trout-filled streams, fresh pine forests, and brilliant star-filled skies. This is your chance to provide compassionate care with exceptional customer service at Plumas District Hospital. With a diverse population with people from all walks of life, PDH team members provide the residents of Quincy and the surrounding area with essential health care services that are vital to this small mountain community. PDH is located in Quincy, California which is the largest community in Plumas County and has a population of 5,000 residents. Quincy is nestled against the Western slope of the Sierra Nevada mountain range and tucked in at the edge of the lush American Valley. Chico, California is 80 miles west and Reno, Nevada is 80 miles east of Quincy. Join a medical team that puts community first. Click this link https://www.pdh.org/ to learn more about PDH providers, services, and surrounding community today!
Contact Information
Recruiter Name/Email:
Nicholas Clawson
Department Phone:
530-283-7169
Salary : $21 - $27