What are the responsibilities and job description for the COOK - STROGER HOSPITAL position at Cook County Health & Hospitals System?
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Please note that external applicants or individuals not currently under contract at CCH are not eligible for this opportunity.
By applying, you acknowledge that your application will be considered solely based on your current contract placement at CCH.
LOCATION: Stroger Hospital
DEPARTMENT: Nutrition and Food Services
SHIFT: CURRENT SHIFT BEING WORKED AS AGENCY STAFF/CONTRACTED EMPLOYEE
Job Summary:
Performs a variety of tasks in the preparation, seasoning and coo king of large food quantities for patient meals, cafeteria and special functions within a schedule to ensure timely meal service, using standardized recipes and a full range of equipment.
Typical Duties
Prepares, seasons, and cooks food items per established menu, for patients, cafeteria, and special functions, utilizing standardized recipes, and monitors and records food temperatures and holding times for safe food handling.
Operates a variety of institutional cooking equipment, including deep fat fryers, ovens, broilers, grills, tilt skillets, steam jacketed kettles, pressure cookers, slicers, food processors, steamers, and ranges, according to methods required for food being prepared and adheres to safety procedures.
Portions foods prepared in bulk for appropriate distribution or service for patient, cafeteria, or special functions.
Cleans all equipment used, maintaining a clean and sanitary work area. Reports all equipment malfunctions.
Recommends changes in menu, techniques, and procedures for improvement in service.
Follows hospital and departmental safety and sanitation procedures.
Attends in-service training and other meetings as required by the department and hospital.
Performs other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- A high school diploma or G.E.D Certificateis required. (Must provide proof at time of interview.)
- Must possessactive State of Illinois or City of Chicago Foodservice Sanitation Certification.(Must provide proof of certification at time of interview.)
- Two (2) yearsof full-time institutional quantity cookery experienceis required.
MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Successful completion of an approved Culinary Arts Programis preferred.
- Two (2) yearsof full-time institutional quantity cookery work experience in a hospitalis preferred
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.
For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions.
VETERAN PREFERENCE
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When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service
To take advantage of this preference a Veteranmust:
- Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
- Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"
- Attach a copy of theirDD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22(Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11).Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable
OR
A copy of avalid State ID Card or Driver's Licensewhich identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
BENEFITS PACKAGE
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
- You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.
Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.
*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
*CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.
COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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Collective Bargaining Unit SEIU Local 73
Posting Salary: $24.816
Organization: Health and Hospital Systems
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