Cook - Full Time - Days - Paulding Nursing Home
Wellstar Health Systems

Job Info

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Overview

The Cook - Full Time - Days - Paulding Nursing Home is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses - are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association.

• Schedule:Full Time
• Shift: Day Shift
• Level: 6+ years of experience
  

Success Profile
Find out what it takes to succeed as a Cook - Full Time - Days - Paulding Nursing Home:

• Collaborative
• Time Efficient
• Organized
• Critical Thinker
• Attention to Detail
• Compassionate

Benefits that Reflect Your Contributions

• Your Pay
  A compensation program designed for fair and equitable pay.
  
• Your Future
  Secure your future with plans that also include an employer match. Plans and guidance for the future.
  
• Your Wellness
  Traditional healthcare benefits combined with progressive wellness programs to help you be your best self!.
  
• Your Joy
  Special and unique benefits and programs ensuring a balanced life and a workplace culture built on trust.
  

Job Details

Facility: Wellstar Paulding Nursing Center

Cook

Full Time - Days

M-F and every other weekend

Great Benefits!!!

Job Summary:

Prepares nutritious and delicious food for WellStar Patient Meal Service, Retail Service and/or other satellite areas utilizing recipes and conventional and/or cook/chill production methods, equipment or tools. Requires a passion for the culinary arts and the menu items being prepared in a healthcare setting. Must be adamant about adhering to all sanitation and food handling codes established by the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point and local county Department of Health. Must be able to comply with a higher standard of safety and sanitation as a result of preparing food for a high risk population that has developing, weakening or compromised immune systems. Must possess ability to manage time and plan work accordingly to produce a variety and number of recipes simultaneously, possibly under high-volume demands. Requires ability to assess food quality, taste, color, odor, etc.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Ensures the Safety of Customers and Team Members (according to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and County Health Department Guidelines)
- a.Washes hands frequently and appropriately wears gloves.
- b.Follows infection prevention practices, including personal hygiene expectations (i.e., fingernail length and finish) and reports potential risks.
- c.Maintains all the work areas in a clean and organized manner; free of spills and fall hazards.
- d.Monitors and records food and/or equipment temperatures; immediately correcting/escalating out of range occurrences.
- e.Stores food and/or supplies using proper labeling, dating and rotation methods.
- f.Operates equipment according to all safety guidelines and escalates any unsafe conditions (i.e., frayed electrical cords). Ensures Positive Service Outcomes
- a.Follows department work schedule (including weekends and holidays) and arrives at the work station prior to task start time.
- b.Sets up, maintains and breaks down workstation according to area requirements.
- c.Follows written and verbal instructions and station responsibilities with accuracy and attention to detail.
- d.Completes area checklists and forms.
- e.Operates and cares for equipment according to manufacturers and area specific guidelines. Remains flexible to support other team members across the department to achieve desired service outcomes. Engages in Efforts to Create a World Class Work Environment
- a.Follows work areas uniform specifications, i.e., clothing and shoes are neat and clean.
- b.Collaborates with team members and Leadership to meet the goals and objectives of the Department and Hospital.
- c.Communicates in a respectful manner and in terms that are clear and concise. Respects the cultural traditions of team members and customers. Ensures the High Quality of Menu Items Prepared by Utilizing Culinary Techniques
- a.Properly peels and cuts fresh products. Includes ability to butcher meats; dice, julienne or mince vegetables when preparing ingredients to produce menu items..
- b.Utilizes proper cooking techniques such as dry method, wet method, and combination method cooking.
- c.Identifies and properly handles/cooks vegetables, meats, spices/seasonings, pasta and dairy products.
- a.Accurately reads and follows recipes. Includes skills of measurement/mathematical conversion and scaling.

Required Minimum Education:

High school diploma Preferred or
equivalent experience Preferred

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):
All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

• ServSafe Food Handler within 60 Days

Additional License(s) and Certification(s):

Required Minimum Experience:

Required Minimum Skills:

Ability to communicate and understand verbal and written English language and Math.
Ability to complete mandatory computer-based learning and pass exam.
Ability to understand and follow safety regulations in a food service healthcare environment.

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Mission, Vision & Values
At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients' and team members' expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery.

Our Mission
To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.

Our Vision
Deliver worldclass health care to every person, every time.

Our Values

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  We serve with compassion
  
  
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  We pursue excellence
  
  
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  We honor every voice
  
  

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