What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospital Cook position at RINGGOLD COUNTY HOSPITAL?
Joining our Dietary Team!
RCH's dietary team offers a unique opportunity to make a direct impact on patient health and recovery. It’s a fulfilling job where you can combine your passion for nutrition with compassionate care, while working in a supportive environment.
We are currently looking for a full-time dietary aid. The normal schedule would be Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 8:30a - 7:00p.
Brief Description of Job:
Performs duties in food preparation, serving and clean-up of work areas for patients and employees striving for satisfaction of patients, employees and the guests who are served.
Job Tasks:
- Prepares and cooks food for patients, employees, guests and special functions.
- Receives and stocks foods and supplies.
- Keeps work area equipment, pots and pans, utensils, dishes, glasses and flat ware washed and sanitized.
- Stores leftovers properly and modifies for re-use.
- Rotates food in freezers and storage.
- Portions food for patients, employees and guests.
- Assists Dietary Manager and other employees as necessary for the function of the department.
- Assumes responsibility for count of food items on meal trays.
- Works assigned shift/shifts, weekends and holidays, as scheduled.
- Participates in continuing education, demonstrating a willingness to learn new, valuable procedures.
- Performs functions other than described above due to extenuating circumstances.
Educational/Experience Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Completion of Therapeutic Diet and Food Safety Course preferred
- Must be able to speak, read and write fluent English.
- Understands HIPAA regulations and privacy of patient and employee information.
