JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Must cook and prepare meals for patients following dietary guidelines for meal modifications as ordered per person and/or in bulk; retail based on weekly menu rotations, requests and stations.
• Must be able to do short order cooking and preparation of patient meals following dietary guidelines for meal modifications as ordered per person and/or in bulk; must complete annual skills and cooking competency training successfully.
• These may include knife training, basic cooking techniques, sauces, etc.; basic nutrition and diet therapy; food sanitation and safety and food waste management.
• May assist the Cook I with any production problems identified.
• May assist with the training with new hires.
  
  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; (4) Four years of institutional food preparation or cooking experience; ServSafe certification required within 6 months in the position.
  
  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
  
  ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Cook II, Salary: $15.95-$23.93 /hour, The grade and salary of the position are based on specific criteria met within the qualifications of relevant experience, skills, performance and internal equity. This position is eligible for shift differentials.