Job Details

Medical Center Barbour -

1. POSITION PURPOSE (Summary)

The cook is responsible for preparing and cooking food for patients, employees and guests, and for coordinating food service activities when manager is not in the department. The cook is responsible for following all safety regulations required by the Federal and State Food Code. The cook reports to the Food Service Supervisor. The Cook is responsible for foodservice activities when the manager of supervisor is not available.

2. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Must possess at least a 10th grade education. Preferably a high school education or equivalent. Must have the ability

To read, speak, write, and follow oral and written directions.

Experience: Two to three years training and experience in quality food preparation. Must be able to follow directions and to perform work according to department standards when no directions are given. Must be able to organize time and tasks wisely to meet schedules. Must have the ability to prepare a variety of quality food. Ability to estimate the daily food requirements and calculate amount of food/supplies for replenishment.

Licenses/Certificates: Must be ServSafe Certified by January 01, 2010 or within 6 months of employment and are required to remain certified for duration of employment at Medical Center Barbour.

3. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Observes professional ethics in maintaining confidential information pertaining to patients of Medical Center Barbour and their families.

2. Must follow accepted safety and sanitation regulations for patients and hospital.

3. Responsible for preparation of food for patients, personnel, and visitors.

4. Must follow all rules and regulations spelled out in Federal & State Food Code.

Responsible for requisitioning /ordering food and supplies when manager is not available.