Culinary Specialist

3 days ago


Oak Park, Illinois, United States Advocate Aurora Health Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Culinary Specialist to join our team at Advocate Aurora Health. As a key member of our culinary team, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality food products that meet the needs of our patients and staff.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare and cook food products according to standardized recipes and ingredient control procedures.
  • Follow proper food preparation procedures to ensure food safety and quality.
  • Check food temperatures, texture, color, aroma, and taste prior to service to ensure quality and safety.
  • Batch cook all food products that do not maintain temperature, texture, color, aroma, or taste if held for thirty minutes.
  • Implement safe food handling procedures, including proper food rotation, safe food storage, and utilization of products within 48 hours of preparation date.
  • Manage time effectively to meet position timelines and maintain department timelines through on-time performance.
  • Adhere to department attendance and clock-in policies, and utilize non-break time productively and efficiently.
  • Record food production amounts and produce food products to meet requested amounts, utilizing carryovers as needed.
  • Attend scheduled department inservices, production meetings, and cross-train in all production positions.
  • Assist with cross-training of other employees and report any problems with recipes, production sheets, or production numbers for Continuous Quality Improvement.
  • Contribute to the hospital's philosophy, mission statement, and values in all interactions, and maintain a professional image.
Requirements
  • Prior cooking experience, preferably in a healthcare or trayline setting.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language, as related to essential job activities.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, with assistance, and 20-35 pounds frequently, and 10-20 pounds constantly.
About Us

Advocate Aurora Health is one of the 10th largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the U.S., serving nearly 3 million patients at over 500 sites of care in Illinois and Wisconsin. We're redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials.


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