PeaceHealth is seeking a Cook Lead - Kitchen for a per diem, Variable shift position.
Req ID: 169142
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for coordinating the day-to-day functions for assigned area. Assists with ensuring that departmental goals are achieved, timelines met, and service excellence provided in all aspects of work. Subject matter expert.
This position is responsible for using HACCP guidelines for safe food handling to plan, prepare and cook food according to recipe and production standards to support the hospital patients, medical staff, caregivers, volunteers and visitors.
This position leads others by regularly assigning, instructing and checking the work of department staff. Acts as a role model for team members and assists manager/supervisor in organizing and directing workflow. Assists manager/supervisor as needed with various activities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assigns work; plans and manages priorities, provides technical assistance, oversees staff schedules, monitors quality of work, monitors team projects, mentors staff, provides constructive feedback, oversees staff training, ensures quality improvement, provides leadership feedback on staff performance, and assists with goal setting for the team.
Accurately follow and prepare recipes.
Prepare hot and cold food according to the recipe and following production and food styling guidelines taking into consideration customer/patient counts.
Maintain proper food handling techniques. Properly clean and sanitize work station according to safety and sanitation guidelines.
Organize, calculate and produce food production.
Maintain appropriate records according to regulatory and departmental standards.
Performs other duties as assigned.
LEAD ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Under general direction, uses established guidelines in the performance of delegating tasks and projects.
Provide direction, reinforce standardization of recipes, recognizes and coordinates use of leftover products.
Communicate with other cooks and supervisor to review day's activities.
Ensures manager is informed of activities affecting daily operations.
Address schedule changes for absenteeism.
Adjust labor according to census.
Ensure completion of caregiver tasks.
QUALIFICATIONS (required unless otherwise noted)
EDUCATION:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:
Minimum of two years experience as cook in a hospital or full service kitchen preferred or combination of experience and formal culinary training that provides the caregiver with the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job will be considered.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:
Valid Food Handlers Permit on file with Food Service Department.
Culinary certificate preferred.
OTHER SKILLS:
Knowledge and understanding of proper food handling and sanitation
Ability to work well with others
COMMUNITY/LOCATION SPECIFIC NOTES
Oregon West Network – Sacred Heart Medical Centers:
Culinary degree required.
Note:
At St. Johns Medical Center, Sacred Heart Medical Center-RB and Sacred Heart Medical Center-UD, this position is represented by the SEIU union.
UNIVERSITY DISTRICT PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS
Work requires moderate physical exertion from 34 to 65% of the time.
Ability to lift objects weighing 30 lbs. or less.
Work requires frequent exposure to skin or lung irritants; extreme cold or heat; sharp instruments such as kitchen knives, scalpels, etc.; or dangerous equipment.
Job duties occasionally require the ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail (less than 34% of work time).
There may be more than one opening on this posting.
Please apply online to be considered. For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application.
About PeaceHealth
PeaceHealth, based in Vancouver, Wash., is a not-for-profit Catholic health system offering care to communities in Washington, Oregon, and Alaska. PeaceHealth has approximately 16,000 caregivers, a multi-specialty medical group practice with more than 900 providers and 10 medical centers serving both urban and rural communities throughout the Northwest. In 1890, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace founded what has become PeaceHealth. Today, PeaceHealth is the legacy of its founding Sisters and continues with a spirit of respect, stewardship, collaboration and social justice in fulfilling its Mission.
We offer competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a collaborative, Mission-driven work environment! To learn more about working at PeaceHealth and the Eugene community please visit our homepage: www.peacehealth.org/careers .
Location: Eugene , SHMC at University District (422) Job Category: Allied, Ancillary & Clinical Support Shift: Variable Shift Length: Variable FTE: 0.0 Work Type: Per Diem/Relief Hourly compensation starts at: $ 17.78 , more depending on experience Required Certifications/Licensure: Food Handlers Card - Oregon
PeaceHealth is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified job applicants and employees without regard to the following statuses: protected veteran; qualified individual with a disability; race; ethnicity; religion; gender; pregnancy; gender identity; national origin; age; genetic information; sexual orientation; or any other protected status in accordance with local, state, or federal laws.
The above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of caregivers assigned to this job.
Posting Notes: Eugene || Allied, Ancillary & Clinical Support ||Food & Nutrition Services || Per Diem/Relief || CLINICAL SUPP SVCS
PeaceHealth Physicians are as diverse as the communities they serve, but have the following in common:Dedication to carrying on the healing mission of Jesus Christ by promoting personal and community health, relieving pain and suffering and treating each person in a loving and caring way.A shared vision of every patient receiving exceptional, compassionate evidence-based care, every time, every touch.
