Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Accountability Objectives:

Prepares and cooks food for patients, employees, visitors, and special catered events.  Maintains a clean and sanitary

work area and conforms to all health, safety, and infection control standards.

Position Qualifications:

Minimum Education, Licensure / Certification and Experience Required.

Education:

-High school graduate or equivalent required.

-Associates Degree in Culinary Arts preferred.  Refer to the Experience Section for exception of minimum

qualifications.

Licensure / Certification:

Not Applicable

Experience:

-Minimum of two (2) years as a cook in a high volume full-service restaurant OR Associates Degree in

Culinary Arts.

-Current Serve-Safe certification preferred.

Special Skill / Aptitudes:

Must be able to pass the written and practical test given by the Executive Chef.  (Paul to validate)

Must be able to read, write, and follow instructions accurately.

Must have thorough knowledge of all cooking styles, and be able to read, follow, and explode standardized

recipes.

Excellent customer service orientation  skills necessary in order to deal effectively with various levels of

hospital personnel, outside customers and community groups.

Duties / Responsibilities:

1     Reviews menus and production sheets to determine the type and quantities of meats, vegetables, starches,

and soups to be prepared.

2     Bakes, roasts, broils, sautes, and steams meat, fish, poultry, vegetables, and other foods as required and in a

timely manner so as to maintain highest quality of product.

3     Slices or portions meats, fish and poultry for serving, to correct/ordered weight.

4     Facillitating the production of meals on the tray line.

5     Maintains the cooking area in a clean, neat, and orderly manner.

6     Adheres to all regulatory agency requirements.

7     Attends all inservice education and other meetings as directed.

8     Performs other duties as assigned and assists other associates when needed to keep operations running

smoothly.

Demonstrates and actively promotes an understanding and commitment to the mission of St. Joseph Mercy

Oakland through performing behaviors consistent with the Trinity Health Values.

Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations, the Trinity

Health Organizational Integrity Program, including the Standards of Conduct, Code of Ethics, as well as

other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and

professional behaviors.

Supports and conducts one's self in a manner consistent with customer service expectations.

Dept/Unit Specific:

Not Applicable

Working Conditions:

ò     Temperature variations in work area are extreme with exposure to cold storage conditions and heat from

production equipment.

ò     Stand up work = 100% of shift.  Frequent lifting from floor to waist upto 30 pounds.  Frequent bending and

moving at shoulder height.

ò     Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during shift (ie:  slip resistant shoes, cutting glove)

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.