Join Cleveland Clinic’s Martin North Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. This downtown Stuart hospital provides top-quality patient care to the communities in and around Martin County on the beautiful St. Lucie River. The caregivers at Martin North Hospital have made it not only an excellent medical facility, but also a home away from home.
When we do everything in service for our patients and caregivers, no detail gets ignored, and Martin North Hospital 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. This team thrives on teamwork and is very passionate about providing patients with quality meals. This role is a great hands-on opportunity where you can grow your skillset and possibly even move in to other roles within the organization.
A caregiver in this position works days from 10:00AM – 6:30PM or 10:30AM – 7:00PM. Working an occasional shift of 5:00AM – 1:30PM will be required, as needed.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Review menus and special orders to determine types and quantities of food items to be obtained and prepared.
Follow standardized recipes in preparation of all foods.
Plan cooking schedules with a supervisor and/or dietitian.
Ensure that all foods are prepared to meet existing standards for quality, freshness, taste and appearance.
Confer with dietitians regarding modified diet preparation and use of leftovers.
Adhere to HACCP guidelines in food storage, food handling, food preparation, sanitation and maintenance of work area.
Ensure that all cooking equipment and utensils are inspected and maintained for cleanliness and proper orientation.
Detect and report spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies and equipment and other unusual conditions.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Sufficient previous experience in large scale food preparation
Knowledge of cooking methods and procedures, including types of preparation and related routines
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
High School Diploma or GED
Two years of related experience
Training in institutional food preparation
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Physical Requirements:
Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to manipulate objects for tools, reach with hands and arms, stoop and lift or move objects up to 75 pounds.
Position requires normal or corrected vision.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
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