Centra Health
COOK - PART TIME
Job Description

The Cook prepares food for retail, room service, and catering. This position is Centra's front line culinary production staff. This position follows outlined procedures in producing hot and/or cold food items in large quantities. The Cook serves room service customers, prepares food in the cafes, catering, and completes all cold prep tasks. This is an entry level cook position.

Responsibilities

Communicate directly with Nutrition Services management team on any and all issues that may arise during the day

Ensure cleaning tasks are completed prior to the end of the shift as assigned on the cleaning list

Cook food items according to menus, printed tickets, production sheets, par levels/tally sheets, using various cooking methods including but not limited to boiling, grilling, sauteing, braising, frying, steaming, poaching, and baking

Follow outlined recipes and production sheets

Follow all HAACP and VDH regulations

Follow garnishing protocols when plating food

Assemble trays for room service program

Prepare cold foods as outlined in recipes

Ensure all food items are labeled and dated

In retail areas, take customer orders, and prepare according to menu and recipe guidelines

Weigh and measure all ingredients, ensuring correct measures are used, following recipe guidelines

Complete taste panels each meal

Record all temperatures on HACCP logs

Ensure all equipment is used properly, cleaned and inspected, report any operational issues to management

Stock all areas prior to each meal (MISE-EN-PLACE)

Ensure food is stored properly at all times

Complete all prep tasks during designated shift and ensure everything is labeled and dated

Work as a team to serve patients, customers, and guests

Participate in team building exercises, including training, huddles, and staff meetings

May perform other duties as assigned or requested, and job specification can be modified or updated at any time

Qualifications

Required Education: High School Diploma / GED

Required Experience: Prior cooking experience in restaurant/hospitality environment

Preferred Certifications and Licensures: ServSafe Certification
Lynchburg, VA