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Cook Food & Nutrition, Full-time, DaysNorthwestern Memorial Healthcare • McHenry, Illinois, USA
Cook Food & Nutrition, Full-time, Days

Cook Food & Nutrition, Full-time, Days

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • McHenry, Illinois, USA
13 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

The Cook II reflects the mission vision and values of NM adheres to the organizations Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program and complies with all relevant policies procedures guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

  • Supports the Food and Nutrition Team by preparing food and meal items in a safe and sanitary manner.

Responsibilities :

  • Measures mixes and prepares ingredients according to approved recipes.
  • Demonstrates understanding and proper use of kitchen equipment including but not limited to : blenders mixers grinders slicers ovens steamers etc.
  • Demonstrates consistent use of knife skills (chopping slicing dicing paring)
  • Prepares and presents café patient and catering menu items according to recipes and standards.
  • Prepares and presents sauces soups stews casseroles and desserts meeting established dietary guidelines.
  • Cooks meats fish and fowl safely in a variety of ways such as baking roasting broiling and steaming. Carves meats into individual servings according to recipe and / or diet order.
  • Monitors and records temperature of steam table and hot held items throughout service period.
  • Tests foods being cooked to ensure doneness. Adjusts heat controls as needed. Insures foods are prepared held or served at proper temperatures.
  • Produces food that is flavorful and attractively presented.
  • Only changes ingredients or seasonings when directed by chef or culinary leader.
  • Maintains product levels and appearance of service stations.
  • Consults with manager regarding handling of any leftovers.
  • Observes infection control and HACCP practices at all times.
  • Proper completion of all daily temperature logs and daily production sheets.  Assists supervisor with corrections as needed.
  • Maintains kitchen / station in a safe and organized manner.
  • Manages work schedule efficiently completing tasks at assigned times.
  • Monitors cooking equipment as needed. Communicates with a manager to initiate any repairs.
  • Other duties may be assigned by managers or supervisors due to operational needs.
  • Qualifications : Required :

  • High School diploma or equivalent; or in lieu of high school diploma / GED must have a minimum of 1 year relevant experience in any of the following : cooking production or food service.
  • Successful completion of Safe Food Handler certification within 1 year of hire.
  • Preferred :

  • Previous healthcare cooking experience.
  • Completion of some culinary schooling
  • Basic knowledge of special diets.
  • Additional Information :

    Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age sex race color religion national origin gender identity veteran status disability sexual orientation or any other protected status.

    If we offer you a job we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.

    Benefits

    We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical emotional and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our  Benefits section to learn more.

    Remote Work : No

    Employment Type : Full-time

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