Culinary Specialist

Job Summary:

Culinary Specialist sought to join the Northwestern Medicine team in a dynamic kitchen environment. This role is responsible for preparing food and meal items in a safe and sanitary manner, adhering to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Measures, mixes, and prepares ingredients according to approved recipes.
• Demonstrates understanding and proper use of kitchen equipment.
• Prepares and presents café, patient, and catering menu items according to recipes and standards.
• Maintains product levels, appearance, and cleanliness of work areas and service stations.
• Observes infection control and HACCP practices at all times.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent; or in lieu of high school diploma/GED, must have a minimum of 1 year relevant experience in any of the following: cooking, production, or food service.
• Successful completion of Food Handler certification within 180 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Six months healthcare cooking experience
• Completion of some culinary schooling
• Basic knowledge of special diets.

About Northwestern Medicine:

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.