Part Time Cook/Food Service Worker 6753

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Our Mission at Meridian Health Services is to close the gap on access to Whole-Person Healthcare by expanding locations and services so that all people in underserved communities can get quality treatment. You can be a part of our vision to be a leader in the integration of physical, mental and social health to make a real difference in the lives of others!

You are the dynamic, Cook / Food Service Worker we are seeking for our cafeteria at River Bend Hospital in West Lafayette, Indiana. This is a great opportunity to make an impact in the lives of others.

This is a part time position working 6am - 2pm with a weekend rotation.

Our commitment to whole person healthcare and your desire to help change our communities for the better will make us an amazing Team!

Cook / Food Service Worker Key Responsibilities:

• Prepares quantity foods and meals that are attractive and tasteful, according to established standards. Utilizes standardized recipes and adjusts as needed.
• Demonstrates understanding of frequently ordered therapeutic diets such as Carb Control, Full & Clear Liquid etc.
• Assures that patient meal trays are set up accurately and on schedule.
• Anticipates & plans for needs in advance in order to meet deadlines.
• Maintains clean and sanitary work area including cutting boards, knives, small equipment and counters.
• Maintains sanitary and safe work habits including proper use of equipment, personal hygiene, and proper use of sanitizer. Practices frequent hand washing, adheres to time & temp standards etc.
• Participates regularly in cleaning needs of department
• Demonstrates appropriate communication and interactions with all customers, staff, peers and supervisors.
• Participates in department activities, problem solving and QI activities.
• Sometimes operates cash register. Includes closing out cash drawer, counting money and recording information on cash sheet.
• Assists with putting away deliveries according to established standards, including labeling and rotating, regardless of position assigned.
• Consistently completes all work as outlined on position sheet.
• Reports to supervisor any needed supplies, problems, faulty equipment etc.in a timely manner.
• Maintains accurate written records. (temps, production sheets, prep area)
• Leads and/ or directs departmental functions in absence of supervisor.
• Performs other related duties appropriate to job function as needed.

We are seeking Cook / Food Service Worker candidates with the following qualities:

• High School Graduate or equivalent preferred
• Previous healthcare food service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of sanitation & cooking principals.
• COMPUTER SKILLS: Basic knowledge and ability to use internet based electronic medical health record.

Meridian Health Services provides the following benefits:

• Health, dental, vision plans
• Merit Based Compensation Plan
• 401k with company contribution
• Voluntary benefits, including critical illness, short term disability, etc.
• Generous PTO plan
• Wellness plan
• Professional development funds
• Life balance oriented organization

Drug screen, TB test, extensive background check, and fingerprinting are required of all Meridian employees. Meridian Health Services recommends that all individuals who join Meridian have a flu shot and Covid vaccination to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to Covid-related protocol including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing.

Meridian Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) and also participates in E-Verify.