COOK II

Who We Are JPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported healthcare system in North Texas. Licensed for 582 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Tarrant County, with John Peter Smith Hospital a Level I Trauma Center, Tarrant County's only psychiatric emergency center, and the largest hospital-based family medical residency program in the nation. The health network employs more than 7,200 people.
Acclaim Multispecialty Group is the medical practice group featuring over 300 providers serving JPS Health Network. Specialties range from primary care to general surgery and trauma. The Acclaim Multispecialty Group formed around a common set of incentives and expectations supporting the operational, financial, and clinical performance
outcomes of the network. Our goal is to provide high quality, compassionate clinical care for every patient, every time.
Why JPS? We're more than a hospital. We're 7,200 of the most dedicated people you could ever meet. Our goal is to make sure the people of our community get the care they need and deserve. As community stewards, we abide by three Rules of the Road:
1. Own it. Everyone who wears the JPS badge contributes to our journey to excellence.
2. Seek joy. Every day, every shift, we celebrate our patients, smile, and emphasize positivity.
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Job Title:
COOK II
Requisition Number:
35998
Employment Type:
Full Time
Division:
SUPPORT SERVICES - CLINICAL & NUTRITIONAL
Compensation Type:
Hourly
Job Category:
Support Services
Hours Worked:
Location:
John Peter Smith Hospital
Shift Worked:
Job Description:
Description: The Cook II prepares a variety of food items including meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, and cold foods following recipes using correct cooking techniques to include prepares "to order" items for customers (e.g. grilled burgers, pizzas, pan pastas, stir fry, etc.). The Cook II sets-up work stations with necessary supplies to prepare menu for service; cleans and sanitizes work area, work surfaces, production equipment and cooking tools; and is responsible for serving and storing food in accordance with food safety guidelines.
Typical Duties:

1. Prepares a variety of food items including meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, and cold foods following recipes using correct cooking techniques.
2. Sets-up work stations with necessary supplies to prepare for menu service.
3. Cooks "to order" foods by request and in accordance with appropriate cooking methods and/or techniques.
4. Maintains a sanitary work environment. Cleans and sanitizes work area, work surfaces, production equipment, and cooking tools using industry standard methods.
5. Serves and stores food following correct food temperature maintenance, safe work practices, and uses safe food handling techniques (e.g. HACCP, Code Compliance, and other regulatory procedures).
6. Operates, safely and accurately, a variety of commercial food service equipment, including knives, thermometers, measuring utensils, scales, toaster, food warmer, and microwave oven.
7. Works independently with minimal oversight.
8. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience:
• High School Diploma or GED.
OR
• Experience with cooking in the food service industry.

Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:
• Must have a current City of Fort Worth Food Handler's Certification.
OR
• Must have completed an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited Food Handler's Certificate Program.

Preferred Education and Experience:
• Associates Degree in Culinary Arts from an accredited program, college or university.

Location Address:
1500 S. Main Street
Fort Worth, Texas, 76104
United States