Description
US:NV:Carson City Patient Food Services
Full Time Variable Shift
About Carson Tahoe Health
CTH is a not-for-profit healthcare system with 240 licensed acute care beds, fully accredited by the Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ). CTH was voted 5th most beautiful hospital in the nation nestled among the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in North Carson City and only a short drive away from world-famous Lake Tahoe & Reno. We serve a population of over 250,000 and feature two hospitals, two urgent cares, an emergent care center, outpatient services and a provider network with 19 regional locations.
Summary
Under the general direction of the Food Services Manager, oversees and coordinates the day-to-day activities of the kitchen and cooking staff. Utilizes the inventory system to estimate food cost and consumption and to requisition/purchase food. Assists in Selecting, developing and standardizing recipes to ensure consistent quality. Assists in establishing food presentation technique, quality standards, menu plans and pricing. Ensures proper safety, sanitation and equipment operation/maintenance in the kitchen. Cooks selected items for special occasions or kitchen stations. Oversee special catering events and offer culinary instruction and/or demonstrations.
Qualifications
Required
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• ServSafe Certified
• Minimum five (5) years progressive experience in food service, cooking in institutional setting. Specific experience at the level of a 'Chef' including culinary experience and/or professional cooking coursework, workshops, or apprentices.
• Minimum one (1) year previous experience as lead or supervisor over culinary operations.
• Ability to communicate professionally with various levels of staff of the organization
Preferred
• Previous experience in healthcare setting
• Completion/Certification of a culinary training program from an accredited school
• Previous experience in modified diet cookery
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