NI-Cook

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JOB INFORMATION

Effective Date:

7/28/2019

Entity:

Illinois

Job Code:

NI-7084AC

Job Title:

NI-Cook

FLSA Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

Prepares and presents all food in a timely manner for the cafeteria, tray line and special functions within the SwedishAmerican Health System.  Consistently complies with health codes and HACCP regulations to ensure food safety guidelines are met while preparing foods.  Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives, as well as Health System initiatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

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Prepares eye appealing hot food items for the department following standardized recipes. Consistently follows recipes, weighing and measuring ingredients to prepare required portions on food production records that meet nutritional requirements of specialized diets. Uses sound judgment adjusting requirements to meet fluctuating patient volumes.

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Consistently maintains accurate food production records, documenting actual portions prepared and final food preparation temperatures. Accurately counts amounts left or time ran out on production reports to ensure accurate future forecasts. Verifies all foods meet temperature requirements of designated service area prior to delivery. Reheats items as needed to meet requirements throughout meal period.

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Organizes and adjusts schedule when preparing foods to ensure timely delivery of menu items to service areas, including trayline, cafeteria and catering allowing enough time for them to complete their quality checks and open their stations on time. Remains attentive to service stations throughout meal periods.

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Operates slicer, buffalo chopper, steam kettles, deep fat fryer, ovens, mixers, robot coupe and microwave in accordance with department safety guidelines. Sanitizes knives and food prep equipment using cut resistant and stainless glove when cleaning equipment with blades to prevent injury.

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Consistently follows all labeling and dating guidelines for foods and open containers. Maintains documentation throughout the cooling process following HACCP requirements on food cooling logs.

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Maintains proper sanitation standards in the preparation of food items maintaining a clean and sanitary work area in accordance with department policies. Inspects area for cleanliness, organization and readiness for following shift. Completes and retains food samples of all prepared foods per health department standards.

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Strives to improve customer satisfaction by participating in department quality control processes to drive customer service scores, including patient test trays, patient meal rounds, evaluation of food sampling results. Actively participates in food production meetings to resolve issues and improve processes.

As needed, additional responsibilities reasonably within the scope of duties and physical requirements may be assigned.  ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND RESPECT FOR PEOPLE COMMITTMENTS.

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Clinical

Provides age and culturally appropriate assessment/screening, interpretation of clinical and laboratory data and develops and implements age appropriate interventional and plans of care including education within the parameters of his/her position responsibilities and licensure.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

 At least one year experience in quantity food preparation.

Required

Must have current State of Illinois Food Sanitation certification or obtain within 6 months of hire.  If no valid license is in place prior to hire, Serve Safe Food Handler certification required to be completed within 30 days of hire.

Required

LICENSE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS MUST BE MAINTAINED PER UW HEALTH POLICY. 

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Ability to effectively interact and communicate with staff, visitors and members of the community.

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Must be able to adapt schedule to meet time constraints of service area.

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Ability to respond to and resolve customer complaints.

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Successful completion of annual job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.

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Mathematical skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Standing

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Walking

X

Climbing

X

Bending

X

Crouching

X

Pushing / Pulling

X

Carry

X

Fine Hand / Eye Coordination

X

Color Discrimination

X

Hearing Ability

X

Lifting / Lowering 1 -15 lbs.

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15 - 30 lbs.

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30 - 50 lbs.

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Over 50 lbs.

UW Health does not require, nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the "Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)" policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.

Concentration on Detail

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Attention Span of 1 + Hours on a Task

X

Ability to Remember Multiple Tasks

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Oral Communication

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Written Communication

X

Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids

X

Exposure to Toxins, Cytotoxins, Poisons

X

Exposure to Extreme Heat, Cold, Temp Fluctuations

X

Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals

X

Exposure to Radiation

X

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.

THE EMPLOYEE MUST BE ABLE TO COMPLETE ALL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB WITH OR WITHOUT AN APPROVED ACCOMODATION. Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.