Cook- Cayuga Medical Center- Nutrition & Dining- Per Diem at Cayuga Health, A Member of Centralus Health in Ithaca, NY, USA

Job description

• When two established local health systems unite as one collaborative network, healthcare becomes so much more. Centralus Health, an affiliation of Cayuga Health and Arnot Health, is focused on our region's changing needs and your wellbeing. More than a group of experienced caregivers, Centralus Health is a partnership of advocates who strive to eliminate barriers to better health, innovating and evolving services in our communities for enhanced holistic care close to home.
• Centralus Health is central to wellness-for all of us.
• The Cook supports large-scale food production for patient meals and retail dining outlets. Under the direction of the Executive Chef, this role prepares high-quality, nutritious meals while ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal safety and sanitation regulations. The Cook plays an essential role in delivering person-centered care through safe food handling, consistency, and service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold food items in accordance with standardized recipes and production guidelines
• Scale recipes accurately while maintaining quality, consistency, and presentation standards
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal food safety and sanitation regulations, including completion of required documentation
• Complete temperature logs and food safety checks to ensure compliance and patient safety
• Maintain food production and storage areas in inspection-ready condition using established cleaning schedules
• Utilize the Food Service Management system daily for production tracking and workflow support
• Assist with catering services, menu development, and implementation as needed
• Monitor food waste and overproduction and actively support waste-reduction initiatives
• Demonstrate flexibility by assisting with other related duties as operational needs require

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 2 years of food service experience in large-volume or batch cooking environments
• Associate degree or formal culinary training
• ServSafe certification
• Preferred skills are not required to be considered for this role.

Skills

Required

• Ability to stand for extended periods

Preferred

• ServSafe certification

Benefits

• Standard rate of $19.04 - $24.75 per hour