Production Cook (Cafeteria Cook, Prep Cook (Healthcare), Kitchen Services, Culinary Services)

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• Dating and labeling monitored.
• Be able to articulate an understanding of modified diets. Articulates, speak knowledgeably, and fluently of modified diets.
• Be able to perform simple calculations to adjust quantities of standardized recipes. Ability to extend recipes.
• Check walk-in storage units on a daily basis in order to coordinate leftovers within the day’s menu.
• Follow sanitation rules as established by the Health Department, and the hospital’s Infection Control Committee. Have knowledge of cross-contamination. Cuts, lesion report/Infection control report/ understanding cross-contamination. Ensure fresh products by using the batch cooking method.
• Taste panels and palatability monitored by Management/Supervisors. Ensure proper temperatures for all food placed on the serving line, and cafeteria. Consistently takes and records temperatures.
• Prepare foods for patients, cafeteria, and other food service areas according to recipes. Recipes are provided and followed, and taste panels preferred by Production Manager.
• Rotate meats, frozen foods, and other items on a “First In”, “First Out” basis.
• Prepare foods for patients, cafeteria, and other food service areas according to recipes.
• Promptly reports food shortages, outdated items, or any food received in poor condition.
• Communicate with management and supervision about concerns in the workplace.
• Replenishes cafeteria and patient serving lines throughout meal periods. Maintain backup for lines when necessary.

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Licensure/Certification: None
• Experience: Minimum of two years' experience in cooking, cold food preparation, and order/inventory management in healthcare nutrition services or other complex, high-volume food service environments.
• Driver's License: N/A
• Eligibility to work in the United States and meet Virginia state employment requirements

• Education: None
• Licensure/Certification: None
• Experience: None
• Prior experience in a hospital, healthcare system, or related service-oriented environment
• Familiarity with Augusta Health’s systems, workflows, or organizational culture is a plus

• Must be competent in all equipment used in preparation of food. Please see attached competency checklist.
• Must be able to interpret recipe used. Must know basic food prep techniques, including receiving, storage, preparation and holding of food items.
• Must demonstrate working knowledge of food service sanitation and use accepted techniques in handling, preparation and service of food items to patients, employees and guests.
• Must have or be able to acquire knowledge of modified diets.
• Must have or be able to acquire knowledge to expand or reduce recipe quantities.
• Must know weights and measures.

Augusta Health is an independent, nonprofit, mission-driven health system located in Fishersville, Virginia, in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. We offer a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient services, including Augusta Medical Center—a 255-bed facility—and Augusta Medical Group, which operates 40 practice locations and four urgent care centers. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care makes Augusta Health a leading employer and healthcare provider in the region.

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We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in accordance with federal and Virginia state employment laws.