Line Cook Part Time Days in Council Bluffs, IA

Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System At Nebraska Methodist Health System we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. Its helping families grow by making each delivery special conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch going above and beyond for a patients needs or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in. Job Summary : Location : Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital Address : 933 E Pierce St. - Council Bluffs IA Work Schedule : 6am to 2 : 30pm OR 10 : 30am to 8pm as needed with weekend availability required This is a casual position. Casual employees work on an as needed basis to meet the needs of the business. Workdays / hours will often vary from week to week. The Line Cook is responsible for preparation and / or cooking of food for the cafeteria and Room Service within the hospital. Responsibilities : Essential Functions 1. Prepares food for patients visitors and staff per daily menus Room Service tickets and production sheets by following recipes and using appropriate equipment to ensure Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines are met. 2. Prepares Room Service orders according to recipes and special diets by precisely reading food production tickets to ensure food is prepared accurately and within a designated timeframe. 3. Prepares and supports cafeteria meals by preparing line item meals according to recipe guidelines and menu selections to ensure food is prepared accurately and within a designated timeframe. 4. Prepares all food items for catering events by following catering requests and event specifications to ensure catering functions meet customer expectations. 5. Assembles final plate presentation with an eye for detail by following Room Service guidelines to ensure patient satisfaction. 6. Interacts and supports patients families hospital staff and Food Service team with Room Service orders and / or questions on a daily basis in a welcoming and professional manner to ensure excellent customer service. 7. Maintains a clean and sanitized work environment by following Room Service guidelines to ensure a proper environment for food preparation. 8. Prepares ingredients for use per departmental standards as planned in cycle and Room Service menus by reading and understanding recipes and gathering necessary ingredients to ensure minimal interruption to service. Schedule : 6am to 2 : 30pm OR 10 : 30am to 8pm as needed with weekend availability required Job Description : Job Requirements Education • High School diploma or GED required. • Associates Degree preferred preferably in Culinary. Experience • Minimum 2 years previous food preparation experience required preferably in a restaurant hotel or club environment as a line cook. OR • Minimum 2 years experience in healthcare or contract cooking. License / Certifications • Certification in ServSafe Food Protection Manager preferred. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities • Knowledge of all applicable food codes and regulations including Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) required. • Knowledge of recipes and special diets required. • Skilled in various food production methods required including baking frying grilling / charbroiling sautéing and steaming. • Basic math skills required. • Strong verbal communication skills for positive interaction with staff and customers required. • Able to read write and carry out oral and written instructions with accuracy and efficiency required. Physical Requirements Weight Demands • Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force. Physical Activity Not necessary for the position (0%) : • Climbing • Crawling • Kneeling Occasionally Performed (1%-33%) : • Crouching • Keyboarding / typing • Sitting Frequently Performed (34%-66%) : • Balancing • Carrying • Distinguish colors • Grasping • Lifting • Pulling / Pushing • Reaching • Repetitive Motions • Speaking / talking • Stooping / bending • Twisting Constantly Performed (67%-100%) : • Hearing • Seeing / visual • Standing • Walking Job Hazards Not necessary for the position (0%) : • Biological agents (primary airborne and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF) • Explosives (pressurized gas) • Electrical Shock / Static • Radiation Alpha Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray Cat Scan Gamma Knife etc) • Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet visible light infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means) Rare (1-33%) : • Chemical agents (Toxic Corrosive Flammable Latex) Frequent (67%-100%) : • Physical hazards (noise temperature lighting wet floors outdoors sharps) (more than ordinary office environment) • Equipment / Machinery / Tools • Mechanical moving parts / vibrations About Methodist : Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa more than 30 clinic locations a nursing and allied health college and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891 service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance health education outreach to our diverse communities and populations and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex age national origin disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other classification protected by Federal state or local law. Required Experience : IC Key Skills Bidding,Apps,Benefits,Corporate Recruitment,Android Development Employment Type : Part-Time Experience : years Vacancy : 1