• Cook

    Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (Seattle, WA)


    Job Summary and Responsibilities

     

    This job is responsible for preparing food for patients, staff, and visitors of the healthcare facility following safe cooking technique. Prepares food for multiple therapeutic diets and complies with state and federal laws and regulations related to food preparation in a healthcare environment. Supports quality control measures such as recipe adherence and food quality consistency.

     

    + Prepares and serves food within guidelines of menu and dietary requirements, using required kitchen utensils and equipment such as slicers, mixers, ovens, fryers, steamers, stove tops, and grills, etc. Modifies preparations to account for food allergies.

    + Follows healthcare foodservice industry standards, regulations, guidelines and procedures including monitoring and maintaining food temperatures during cooking, holding, and storage processes. Avoids cross-contamination of foods and adheres to personal hygiene requirements.

    + Maintains labeling and storage of food, equipment, and machinery.

    + Performs washing and cleaning duties to ensure sanitation & cleanliness in cooking and serving areas.

    Job Requirements

    We require

    + High School Diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and experience, and two years food serviceexperience.

    Licensure/Certification

    • Current (within the past 12 months) ServSafe® Allergen and Food Service Handler Certifications. If not currently

     

    certified, certification to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

     

    • Washington State Food Worker Card.

     

    Just as Virginia Mason is dedicated to improving the lives of our patients and our community, we are equally dedicated to your professional and personal success. With a wide range of perks that includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, and the opportunity to live in one of the most livable cities in the nation, you will find that an opportunity with Team Medicine is one worth taking.

     

    Where You'll Work

     

    Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award winning health systems in Washington state. CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region. Virginia Mason Medical Center, was recognized among the Best Hospitals in Washington state by U.S. News & World Report. CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason are now united to build the future of patient-centered care across the Pacific Northwest. That means a seamlessly connected system offering quality care close to home. From basic health needs to the most complex, highly specialized care, our patients can count on us to meet their needs with convenient access to the regions most prestigious experts and innovative treatments and technologies.

    Pay Range

    $27.28 - $35.72 /hour

     

    We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.