Cook, Glendale

Come join our team of professionals at Aurora Behavioral Health System. This 100-bed free standing psychiatric inpatient hospital and outpatient program located in Glendale, AZ is looking for a Culinary Specialist with high standards of excellence. Our psychiatric facility is licensed to treat adolescents and adults for a wide range of psychiatric conditions and chemical dependency. The Culinary Specialist works under the supervision of the Dietary Director producing foods for a variety of diets according to dietary guidelines for patients, visitors and employees. We have full time and on call positions available. Average pay for this position is $17.00 to $20.00 depending on experience. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES * Plans and organizes workload effectively for food preparation and service. * Prepares an adequate amount of food for assigned meal service. * Ensures preps are completed, and leftovers are used correctly. * Maintains a clean and sanitary work environment at all times. * Organizes and serves food on tray lines, when finished clears line, labels, dates and properly stores all food items and cleans work area. * Performs all styles of cooking positions as needed or assigned. * Checks, receives, and stores supplies properly as assigned. * Monitors and documents refrigeration and food temperatures. * Follows quality control guidelines for preparation and service of food. * Checks and helps to prepare special function requests. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES * Previous experience working in a food service industry, preferably in a hospital or institutional setting. * Good communication and guest relations skills * Capable of working well with others in a confined workspace * Must be able to concentrate on work amidst distractions such as noise, conversations and foot traffic * Ability to organize workload and use effective time management to consistently meet deadlines * Must be able to read and comprehend recipes or instructions on prepackaged products. * Ability to convert and adjust mathematical measurements for recipe adjustments. * Must be able to use kitchen equipment such as knives, slicers, mixers and dishwashers * Must have knowledge of the hygiene factors involved in food preparation MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education and experience preferred; Must be 21 years of age, have a current negative TB test or medical clearance and meet qualifications for fingerprint clearance. We offer competitive compensation and benefits. ABHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Job Types: Full-time Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical Must be eligible for a fingerprint clearance card