Cook / Food Service Worker 6675

Job Description

Job Description

Text 6675 to 765-523-4622 to Quick Apply for this Cook / Food Service Worker opportunity!

Our Mission at Meridian Health Services is to close the gap on access to Whole-Person Healthcare by expanding locations and services so that all people in underserved communities can get quality treatment. You can be a part of our vision to be a leader in the integration of physical, mental and social health to make a real difference in the lives of others!

You are the dynamic, Cook / Food Service Worker we are seeking for our cafeteria at River Bend Hospital in West Lafayette, Indiana. This is a great opportunity to make an impact in the lives of others.

This is a full time position working Monday through Friday and some weekends.

Our commitment to whole person healthcare and your desire to help change our communities for the better will make us an amazing Team!

Cook / Food Service Worker Key Responsibilities :

• Prepares quantity foods and meals that are attractive and tasteful, according to established standards. Utilizes standardized recipes and adjusts as needed.
• Demonstrates understanding of frequently ordered therapeutic diets such as Carb Control, Full & Clear Liquid etc.
• Assures that patient meal trays are set up accurately and on schedule.
• Anticipates & plans for needs in advance in order to meet deadlines.
• Maintains clean and sanitary work area including cutting boards, knives, small equipment and counters.
• Maintains sanitary and safe work habits including proper use of equipment, personal hygiene, and proper use of sanitizer. Practices frequent hand washing, adheres to time & temp standards etc.
• Participates regularly in cleaning needs of department
• Demonstrates appropriate communication and interactions with all customers, staff, peers and supervisors.
• Participates in department activities, problem solving and QI activities.
• Sometimes operates cash register. Includes closing out cash drawer, counting money and recording information on cash sheet.
• Assists with putting away deliveries according to established standards, including labeling and rotating, regardless of position assigned.
• Consistently completes all work as outlined on position sheet.
• Reports to supervisor any needed supplies, problems, faulty equipment etc.in a timely manner.
• Maintains accurate written records. (temps, production sheets, prep area)
• Leads and / or directs departmental functions in absence of supervisor.
• Performs other related duties appropriate to job function as needed.

We are seeking Cook / Food Service Worker candidates with the following qualities :

Meridian Health Services provides the following benefits :

Drug screen, TB test, extensive background check, and fingerprinting are required of all Meridian employees. Meridian Health Services recommends that all individuals who join Meridian have a flu shot and Covid vaccination to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to Covid-related protocol including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing.

Meridian Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M / F / D / V) and also participates in E-Verify.