What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chef - Food & Nutrition Services position at Baxter Health?
SUMMARY:
The Chef is responsible for leading and participating in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of salads, grab and go’s, take home meals, soups, meats, vegetables, desserts or other foods. Assist Executive Chef to plan and price menu items, and keep records and accounts. Schedules pre-meeting with retail team on food items being served and review possible allergens. May be required to receive and put away stock. Good time management skills, ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of culinary school or equivalent on the job training program preferred.
Experience: minimum 1-year previous work experience. Previous experience working with a culinary team preferred.
Certifications: Certificate of Achievement in ServSafe Manager within 6 months from date of hire.
Other: Working knowledge of computer systems to include, Microsoft Office and other position related software.
Safety Sensitive Designation
This position is deemed safety sensitive in accordance with Arkansas Act 593 governing Medical Marijuana
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without an accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to perform the following: Must have the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, to solve problems and make decisions. Ability to stand and walk up to, or exceeding 8 hours per shift. Ability to bend, squat, and twist, and frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds utilizing proper body mechanics. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds utilizing proper body mechanics. Spend up to 2 hours or more in front of computer, monitor or similar screen utilizing keyboard and/or mouse, daily. Ability to multi-task in a fast pace environment. Must have a keen sense of hearing and visual acuity. Must be able to handle critical and highly stressful situations with efficiency and composure.
Work Environment:
Kitchen setting, within a hospital environment
