Cook / Dietary Aide

Posted:
8/27/2024, 5:33:17 AM

Location(s):
Ohio, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

                    

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Job Title

Cook / Dietary Aide

                        

Location

Lodi

                    

Facility

Lodi Community Hospital

                     

Department

Dietary-Cleveland Clinic Akron General

                      

Job Code

AK0170

                     

Shift

Day/Evening Rotation

                       

Schedule

6:00am-2:30am/11:00am-7:30am

                       

Job Summary

                         

Job Details

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Lodi Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. This community-based hospital is a member of Cleveland Clinic Akron General and has provided top-quality patient care to the communities in and around Medina County since 1920. Here, you will work with and learn from some of our best caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.   


When we do everything in service of our patients and caregivers, no detail gets ignored, and Akron General understands that part of staying well is keeping up with nutritional needs. As a Cook, you will cook and prepare a variety of food for patients, caregivers, special events and visitors.  


A caregiver in this position works Day/Evening Rotation, from 6:00am—2:30pm or 11:00am—7:30pm  


A caregiver who excels in this role will:  

  • Cook and prepare food according to recipes, production sheets and instructions.  

  • Plan the daily production schedule and use of leftovers.  

  • Produce, portion, assemble and deliver items.  

  • Check, assemble and maintain supplies, finished products, pre-prepped items, utensils and equipment.  

  • Test or taste food to ensure quality products are produced at correct, safe and quality temperatures 

  • Deliver prepared food items to appropriate dish up, storage or serving areas.  

  • Follow pan size and set up diagrams for service and garnish pans for catering and the cafeteria.  

  • Use equipment, such as a stove, steamer, slow cooker, oven, kettle, slicer, grill, fryer and hot/cold boxes.  

  • Follow proper sanitation procedures, practice proper food handling techniques and the “clean as you go” policy and maintain a clean, sanitized and organized work area.  

  • Follow safety rules, regulations, procedures and directions for equipment and chemicals. 


Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: 

  • High school graduate or GED. 

  • Institutional cooking experience.  

  • One year of experience producing quantity.  

  • Demonstrated interest, aptitude and ability for cooking.  

  • Knowledge of cooking techniques, procedures, timeframes, temperatures, sanitation and equipment use/cleaning.  

  • Ability to judge food products in quality terms, such as flavor, aroma, consistency, texture and temperature.  


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