Job Information
RWJBarnabas Health Cook in Hamilton, New Jersey
CookReq #:0000155786
Category:Food Service
Status:Per Diem
Shift:Day
Facility:RWJ Hamilton
Department:Dietary-Management
Location:
RWJUH Hamilton Hospital, One Hamilton Health Place, Hamilton, NJ 08619
Job Overview:
Prepares, seasons & cooks food for hospital patients, hospital cafe, meals on wheels program and special functions for both on and off sites while maintaining a sanitary and safe work environment following all state and local health codes
Qualifications:
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent
One year hotel /restaurant cooking experience
Ability to speak, read and write English
Ability to follow directions and work unsupervised in a restaurant style facility
Scheduling Requirements:
Per Diem
Flexibility and ability to work weekends required
Evening shift- hours vary between 6:30am to 2:30pm, 5am to 1:30pm, and 11am to 7:30pm
Essential Functions:
Prepares required amount of food to cover meals
Consistently follows recipes when preparing food
Frequently tastes food for quality assurance
Takes temperatures daily following local and state codes
Stores and labels food properly
Follows daily and weekly cleaning schedule
Demonstrates five star standards with staff, patients and customers
Prepares fresh products daily
Reviews daily production sheets to properly identify type and quality of food to be prepared
Minimizes waste and over production
Rotates food items on an FIFO+A95 basis
Insures all foods are kept at proper holding temperatures
Successfully performs batch cooking
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
Responsible for quality, appearance taste
Attends all department and hospital meetings when scheduled
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer