Overview:
In 2020, united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience, Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners to build a new health system centered around the patient: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health.
Our combined system builds upon the scale and expertise of our nearly 300 sites of care, including 11 hospitals and nearly 5,000 physicians and providers. Together, we are empowered to make an even greater impact on the health and well-being of our communities.
CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason are now united to build the future of patient-centered care across the Pacific Northwest. That means a seamlessly connected system offering quality care close to home. From basic health needs to the most complex, highly specialized care, our patients can count on us to meet their needs with convenient access to the regions most prestigious experts and innovative treatments and technologies.
While youre busy impacting the healthcare industry, well take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, and more!
Responsibilities:
JOB SUMMARY
This job is responsible for leading the preparation of food for patients, staff, and visitors of the healthcare facility following safe cooking techniques. Prepares food for multiple therapeutic diets and complies with state and federal laws and regulations related to food preparation in a healthcare environment. Supports quality control measures such as recipe adherence and food quality consistency.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Prepares and serves food within guidelines of menu and dietary requirements, using required kitchen utensils and equipment such as slicers, mixers, ovens, fryers, steamers, etc., stove tops, and grills. Modifies preparations to account for food allergies.
- Champions food quality standards of appearance, taste, temperature and sanitation.
- Performs washing and cleaning duties to ensure sanitation and cleanliness in cooking and serving areas.
- Maintains proper labeling of food products and ensures storage of food equipment, and machinery per regulations and facility guidelines.
Performs related duties as required.
Qualifications:
Education/Work Experience Requirements
High School Diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and experience, and four years of experience in food services; two years hospital nutrition experience.
Licensure/Certification
- Washington State Food Handler Permit upon hire.