Cook Baker

                    

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Job Title

Cook Baker

                        

Location

Canton

                    

Facility

Mercy Hospital

                     

Department

Dietary-Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital

                      

Job Code

H12000

                     

Shift

Variable

                       

Schedule

12:00am-12:00am

                       

Job Summary

Prepares assigned foods for service to patients, staff and cafeteria guests.

                         

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Reviews menu and special orders to determine types and quantities of food items to be prepared.
• Follows standardized recipes in preparation of all foods.
• Plans cooking schedule with supervisor and/or dietitian to ensure food will be ready at specified times.
• Confers with dietitians regarding modified diet preparation and use of leftovers.
• Adheres to HACCP guidelines in the storage, handling and preparation of food as well as in the sanitation and maintenance of work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of a formal training program for cooks or 3 or more years related experience preferred.

Certifications:

• None required.

Complexity of Work:

• Requires the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Work Experience:

• A minimum of 2 years prior cooking experience in a variety of menu items.
• Knowledge of proper food handling, preparation and storage.
• Completion of a culinary certification program preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• Must lift and carry items up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work with food preparation equipment.
• Requires a high degree of dexterity to prepare food items as well as plate assembly and garnish.
• Ability to work in an environment with possible extreme temperature change.
• Visual acuity with the ability to distinguish colors used in coded dating system required.
• Exposure to chemicals for the purpose of cleaning and sanitizing.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. 

                       

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