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Organization:

NCH-Novato Community Hospital

Position Overview:

Responsible for the preparation, cooking, quality and presentation of food for patients, staff, visitors and catering functions. Follows established policies and procedures to ensure the quality and accuracy of food served to patients. Instructs and functionally supervises the activities of other employees performing the same or related duties. Supports the functionality of the department by providing general sanitation including cleaning and storing dishes, utensils and pots, and disinfecting work areas. Gains confidence and cooperation from peers and supervisors through effective communication and competent job performance. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure sanitation and safety while delivering optimal performance.

**Job Description** :

_These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development). Job Description modifications for union represented position are subject to CBA guidelines._

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:

CULINARY SERVICES.

• Measures, assembles and cooks food for serving according to established recipes, using the appropriate kitchen utensils and equipment.

• Maintains cook’s area, equipment and service ware in a clean, orderly and sanitary condition.

• Prepares and cooks food items for modified diets, observing dietary restrictions and using standard recipes.

• Ensures that routine and priority tasks are completed within established departmental time frames.

TRAINING.

• Instructs and functionally supervises the activities of other employees performing the same or related duties.

CLERICAL

•May perform clerical tasks such as retrieving, entering and revising patient electronic health records.

• Prepares and completes accurate, job related documentation, including all food intake and response to diet in medical and departmental records as required.

SAFETY.

• Maintains a clean, neat, and safe working environment, including cleaning and disinfecting equipment after use.

• Inspects equipment accordingly for proper sanitation and working order, reporting any insufficiencies to the supervisor.

COMPLIANCE.

• Performs job responsibilities in compliance with department standards, policies, and procedures, as well as local, state and federal regulatory agencies to deliver the highest level of service.

• Follows department safety and sanitation standards including proper use of chemicals and personal protective equipment.

EDUCATION:

HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

2 years recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of maintaining a safe food environment including proper cleaning procedures and various equipment.

Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Ability to instruct and functionally supervise the activities of other employees.

Possess written and verbal communications skills to communicate with fellow team members, supervisors, patients, and other hospital personnel.

Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).

Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.

Build collaborative relationships with peers and other staff members to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:

See required physical demands, mental components, visual activities & working conditions at the following link: Job Requirements (http://sutterhealth.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/JobAnalysisLibrary/EbGi9hBfwb5PtXcf1KdMSi8B6uXmUyuhWnpalakR9cfAgg?e=8Jflj2)

Job Shift:

Day/Evening

Schedule:

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed, Occasionally

Benefits:

No

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

0

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $33.94 to $40.72 / hour

_The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package._