Lead Cook

FT shift varies Good Samaritan in Clifton, great benefits! 

This position oversees kitchen operation while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff, and also prepares or directs preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines.

Job Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED Degree (Required)
Ability to read/write routine reports and correspondence 
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or associates of organization 
Math Skills 
PC Skills 
Ability to deal with problems involving various situations
Serv Safe Certification (food protection) Food, Beverage & Tobacco\SAFE Serve Certification within 1 Year Required

Job Responsibilities:

Acts on behalf of the other team members in their absence and perform other duties as assigned. Completes all TriHealth mandatory trainings on-time. 
Provides rotational job ability, cross-training and improving skills needed for optimal job performance. Works other positions in the production area. Knowledge of other staff responsibilities. 
Consistently finishes daily paperwork as assigned per position, i.e. cleaning lists, specials list, temperature charts, cooler logs, invoices 
Communicates and actively works with employees, managers & supervisors to fix departmental problems. Proactive in resolving internal issues and bringing them to managers attention. Keeps manager well informed of any issues that are unresolved issues. Actively communicates and works well with other employees to meet the end goal of better serving the patients and customers. 
Is proactive in regularly cleaning assigned areas. On a daily basis, maintains the cleanliness, safety, sanitation and HACCP standards. 
Completes tasks as assigned within given timeframes. Work volume is maintained or exceeded compared to normal output. Able to prepare necessary volumes of food in time constraints. Good cooking techniques, proper use of equipment, able to utilize recipes, able to prepare modified texture and modified fat/salt food accurately and flavorfully.

Working Conditions:

Climbing - Occasionally 
Hearing: Conversation - Frequently 
Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently 
Kneeling - Occasionally 
Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Occasionally 
Lifting Pulling - Occasionally 
Reaching - Occasionally 
Sitting - Occasionally 
Standing - Occasionally 
Stooping - Occasionally 
Talking - Frequently 
Use of Hands - Occasionally 
Color Vision - Occasionally 
Visual Acuity: Far - Occasionally 
Visual Acuity: Near - Occasionally 
Walking - Occasionally

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:

Serve: ALWAYS... 
• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello" 
• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist 
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel: ALWAYS... 
• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met 
• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators) 
• Work on improving quality, safety, and service

Respect: ALWAYS... 
• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences. 
• Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role. 
• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

Value: ALWAYS... 
• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating. 
• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe. 
• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.

Engage: ALWAYS... 
• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions. 
• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community