at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in Centralia, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Prepares and presents nourishing food to patients, guests and employees under sanitary conditions as directed and in accordance with established policies and procedures. May prepare baked goods according to recipes and production standards.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepares foods by following recipes and/or production standards for preparing, seasoning, cooking, baking, tasting, carving, and serving soups, meats, vegetables, desserts and other foods. Follows recipes and product directions to prepare items such as breads, rolls, cakes, muffins, biscuits. Ensures all food is prepared in accordance with current applicable federal, state and HACCP guidelines and regulations to ensure the highest quality food.
- Performs quality assurance tasks such as routine temperature checks for final cook temperature and holding. Responds to quality assurance concerns and documents for future reference.
- Maintains a sanitary work environment through following established procedures. Ensures all equipment is maintained and in good working order.
- Stores or disposes of food remaining after each meal service following safe food storage and labeling procedures. Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of the coolers, freezers and storeroom.
- Maintains accurate records (e.g. production, waste, food temperatures, and thermometer calibration, etc..) as outlined in the corporate policies and procedures.
- Consults with the clinical dietitian on modified diets or patient special requests as necessary.
- Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
