What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook position at Las Palmas Medical Center?

Salary : $13.50 - $18.90 an hour

Full-time Mixed (Rotating Weekends)

Description

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Cook? At Las Palmas Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

Las Palmas Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include :

Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Cook like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

POSITION SUMMARY : Prepares all food and nourishments for patients, cafeteria, caterings and physician areas according to menus, recipes and diet restrictions.

POPULATION SERVED : Core competencies will be assessed primarily on the following patient population(s) served : medical / surgical conditions and diseases cardiovascular, neuro, GI, renal, immunocompromised including but not limited to : CHF, CAD, CVA / TIA, metabolic disorders, oncology, COPD, malnourished, etc.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Prepares food, nourishments and beverages for patients, cafeteria, caterings and physician’s areas.

Complies with standardized menus, recipes, portion control, and diet requirements.

Completes and forecasts all food, beverage, and nourishment production requirements.

Serves food and beverage to patient, cafeteria, catering and physician areas.

Produces food in an appetizing, palatable, timely manner.

Complies with all safety, sanitation, infection control and quality control guidelines.

Complies with HACCP, TDH, and JCAHO regulations.

Other duties as assigned within scope and practice of licensure.

What qualifications you will need :

PREFERRED EDUCATION, LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Experience in high quantity or institutional cooking

Experience in preparation of modified diets

Experience in meal production and forecasting

Hospital experience preferred

EDUCATION REQUIRED AND / OR PREFERRED : (list required and preferred separately)

PREFERRED

High school graduate preferred, although graduation from a technical school specializing in hotel or institutional school cooking may be substituted if worker has the required experience. GED or equivalent is acceptable.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION : (list required and preferred separately)

REQUIRED

Current Food Handlers Card required. (Must be able to obtain within 30 days of employment)

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED OR PREFERRED : (list required and preferred separately)

REQUIRED

Minimum 1 year of experience.

PREFERRED

Must be able to read and write English sufficient to follow recipes and production standards.

Must have a working knowledge of food preparation for modified diets. (Diabetic, low sodium, low cholesterol and low fat.)

Must be able to operate standard kitchen equipment including; blender, slicer, grinder, chopper, mixer, oven, grill, steamers, steam jacketed kettles, fryer and tilting skillet.

Must have ability to adjust recipe quantities and be familiar with food preparation terms and cooking methods. Prefer experience with cooking in an institutional setting and experience with cooking methods and modified diets.

Must have experience in use of proper sanitation procedures and techniques.

Must have working knowledge of food preparation for modified diets or willingness to learn.

Must be able to plan output to meet service and time demands.

Must have good organization skills. Entire shift spent walking, standing, stooping, bending, lifting, etc. may need to lift up to fifty pound in weight when putting up deliveries and taking out meat items for preparation and cooking.

Needs an ability to forecast demand and assure preparation for scheduled meals.

Must have communication skills to communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, customers, and co-workers

What qualifications you will need :

Food Handlers Permit must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

Las Palmas Medical Center is a 300 bed full-service hospital in El Paso. It is home to the region’s only kidney transplant center . The facility offers a range of services including emergency care with a Level III trauma center , cardiac care, women’s services, pediatric care and NICU, cancer care, and more. Las Palmas Medical Center is part of Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare. We are a leading healthcare provider for El Paso and the surrounding region that is part of HCA Healthcare.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Cook opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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