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Job Description
Position Description
Under the direction of the Chef/Manager or the Director, is responsible for food preparation and cooking tasks in the kitchen for Room Service delivery as well as retail.
Position Responsibilities
Follows Production Protocols:
- Strictly follows HACCP guidelines.
- Reviews menu & production sheets to determine types & quantities of meats, vegetables, soups, starches, salads, & desserts needed to prepare to meet the day's production.
- Pulls appropriate recipes.
- Gathers work supplies.
- Plans & coordinates schedule so that food will be ready at required times.
- Measures & mixes ingredients according to recipes following portion control standards.
- Prepares, seasons, and cooks food using strict recipe adherence.
- Ensures that all food prepared & served meet existing standards for safety, quality, freshness, taste, & appearance.
- Assists with menu planning as appropriate.
- Assures that all food is covered, labeled, & dated utilizing current system.
- Works on patient tray line or in the cafeteria as assigned.
- Supports all functions of Room Service as necessary for patient care.
Maintains Department Records: - Completes production sheets.
- Completes taste & temperature logs for cafeteria & tray line.
- Completes cooling logs.
- Completes waste logs.
- Conducts daily production meetings as assigned.
- Maintains recipe files.
- Assists with receiving food products as appropriate.
Maintains Strict Adherence to All Safety Protocols: - Attends or reviews all department safety committee meetings.
- Completes self-assessment of safety program annually.
- Follows department safety policies at all times.
- Alerts Chef/Manager or Supervisor of any unsafe conditions which exist immediately.
Alerts Chef/Manager or Supervisor to Problems or Concerns Involving Equipment & Food Supplies: - Detects & reports spoiled or unpalatable food, defective supplies or equipment, or other unusual conditions.
Assures that Dietary Department Sanitation Standards are Maintained: - Completes daily cleaning assignments.
- Assures that work area is kept neat & clean at all times.
- Assures that all regulatory agency standards are met.
- Assures that all cooking equipment & utensils are inspected & maintained for cleanliness & proper operation.
- Assists with care & maintenance of department equipment & supplies.
- Cleans & sanitizes cooking equipment, utensils, cooking area & steam tables.