WE ARE CURRENTLY SEEKING A FULL TIME FIRST COOK FOR OUR YORK HOSPITAL LOCATION.

Wellspan is one of the largest Healthcare networks in South Central PA offering a variety of opportunities in Food Services. In addition to having strong values of collaboration revolving around our ethos of 'Working as One', we offer competitive salary, great PTO and an array of benefits to our employees.

HIGHLIGHTS ABOUT EMPLOYMENT AS A FIRST COOK WITH WELLSPAN

• Every Other Weekend and Holiday Off • Advancement Opportunities • Positive work atmosphere • Modulated cooking system designed for quality and Nutrition control to patients • Bright, Quiet and Climate controlled Kitchen • Consistent Training • Open Communication and team support

BENEFITS:

• Paid Time off (19 days in 0-5 years) • 6 Paid Holidays • Health, dental, Vison, life and disability insurance • Retirement savings plan with employer automatic contribution and employer match • Tuition reimbursement

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under direct supervision of the Executive Sous Chef, the first cook performs a variety of tasks to assist in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of food for hospital patients, employees and visitors. Follows standard practices, procedures and sanitation. Follows standardized recipes.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1 Prepares, seasons and cooks food including meats, fish, poultry, and vegetables. 2 Demonstrates knowledge of how to cook all food on the menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 3 Previews menus and work orders to determine type and quantities of meats, vegetables, soups, salads and desserts to be obtained and prepared. 4 Plans and coordinates cooking schedules so that foods will be ready at required times. 5 Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipes. 6 Sets up utensils and food supplies when needed and is able to use a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment including grinders, slicers, mixers and blenders. 7 Alerts supervisor to problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies. Detects and reports spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies/equipment or other unusual conditions. 8 Ensures that all foods prepared meet existing standards for quality, freshness, taste and appearance. 9 Ensures that all cooking equipment and utensils are inspected and maintained for cleanliness and proper operation. 10 Ensures that required HACCP guidelines are maintained throughout the food preparation process. 11 Prepares, sets up, and tears down steam table and serving line.

Required Skills

High School or G.E.D.

Pref Course(s)/Training: Training in institutional food preparation

Required Experience

3 - 6 months experience 

Knowledge of cooking methods/procedures, including types of preparation and related routines

High School or G.E.D.

Pref Course(s)/Training: Training in institutional food preparation