Lead Cook - Westerly, United States - Yale New Haven Health

Description

Overview:
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Responsible for providing nutritious meals to the patients, staff, and visitors using standardized recipes. Ensures all food is properly cooked and has acceptable temperatures according to Department of Health regulations. May be assigned any duty that is the responsibility of the Food and Nutrition department.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities:

• 1. Systems and processes
• 1.1 Ensures proper use of recipes, training, and monitoring.
• 2. Team leader
• 2.1 Working relationship with the staff.
• 3. Ensures safe work environment
• 3.1 Maintains proper food temperature.
• 4. Customer service
• 4.1 Maintains a high level of hospital service standards.
• 5. Support activities
• 5.1 Facilitates team approach by helping others within the department.

EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

EXPERIENCE

Two years experience in a health care institution is preferred.

LICENSURE

Food safety certification required.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Must be able to read and write English. Must use standardized recipes to properly cook all foods to desired temperatures according to Department of Health guidelines. Must know how to operate all kitchen equipment and have strong organizational skills. Must also lead by example.