• Cook

    Dignity Health (Santa Maria, CA)


    Job Summary and Responsibilities

    In keeping with the Marian Medical Center health care philosophy, the Cook reviews production records

    and assembles food supplies and equipment for daily food production. Follows recipes and other

    production records to facilitate uninterrupted efficient operation of trayline, cafeteria and other service

    areas. Bakes, roasts, broils and steams meats, fish, vegetables and other foods. Participates in

     

    monitoring of food quality by tasting, smelling and taking temperatures. Completes set-up and

     

    placement of food items on patient trayline and other food service areas. Assists, as directed,

     

    facilitation of the flow of work in the operations of kitchen procedures and food distribution. Maintains

     

    proper care, maintenance and sanitation of work areas, equipment and supplies. Alerts supervisor to

     

    problems or needs concerning equipment, food supply sanitation, and safety. Detects and reports

     

    spoiled or unattractive food or supplies. Maintains established department policies, procedures, and

     

    objectives for quality assurance, safety and infection control.

    Job Requirements

    Minimum of 1-year prior cooking experience.

     

    Possesses good working knowledge of basic cooking techniques. Possesses sound knowledge of food storage, usage, and sanitation principles. Must be able to set daily priorities and work independently and as a team member. Basic knowledge of institutional cooking equipment and the safe use of such. Ability to read, write and follow written and oral instructions in English.

     

    Where You'll Work

     

    Marian Regional Medical Center, a 191-bed facility located in Santa Maria, California, is recognized as one of the Top 250 Hospitals in the Nation by Healthgrades and was awarded Best Maternity Care by Newsweek. It ranks among 10% in the nation for safety core measures in cardiac services and has the only comprehensive cancer treatment and resource program from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Marian’s beautiful mission-style facility houses the latest technology to support excellent physicians and caregivers who deliver compassionate care each and every day. Marian Regional Medical Center is a part of Dignity Health’s Southwest Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health, the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation, boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals, with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools, and comprehensive outpatient services - all recognized for quality, safety, and service. Marian's offers Santa Maria Valley residents access to the most advanced technologies, an expanded and enhanced Emergency Department, Critical Care Unit, neonatal intensive care unit, and an array of women's services.

     

    One Community. One Mission. One California (https://youtu.be/RrPuiSnALJY?si=pvQgPZ6ZWZM60TPV)

    Pay Range

    $24.00 - $28.85 /hour

     

    We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.