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Whitman Hospital & Medical Clinics

Chef Specialist

Whitman Hospital & Medical Clinics, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing!Rewarding career. Competitive salary. Outstanding benefits.STANDARD EXPECTATIONSPromotes a Positive Working Environment

Conducts oneself in line with organization’s mission, vision, values and standards of behavior.Consistently demonstrates organizational values and standards of behavior.Accepts new responsibilities and challenges with a positive attitude.Consistently adheres to organizational policy.Assists in improving inter-department processes.

Communicates Effectively

Builds relationships and works collaboratively with other staff.Provides timely operational updates to supervisor.Responds to communications in a timely manner.

Performs Duties Efficiently and Effectively

Functions as the area resource and Subject Matter Expert when Director is unavailable.Acts in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.Performs other duties as assigned.

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITYDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESReinforce Policies, Procedures and Compliance RegulationsWith the help of the Food Service Lead, Chef monitors employees’ adherence to hospital and department Policies & Procedures.Monitors employees’ adherence to health regulations and documentation.Chef is responsible for ensuring sanitation and PPE use.Working position expectationsChef position spends at least 80% of time working a kitchen cook position. When fully staffed the Chef will spend an additional 20% with special projects, catering, and café menu planning.Train new cooksWith the help of the Food Service Lead, it is the Chef’s responsibility to thoroughly train, orient new employee to facility, and demonstrate exceptional customer service.Participate in department CompetenciesThe Chef will participate in department Competency training and reviews.Monitoring and Measuring metricsThe Chef is to ensure that temperatures are taken of all food, ensure that all food have reached the appropriate temperatures and are documented on a daily and per menu item basis.Standardized recipes and patient menu softwareChef will train department employees on the use of standardized recipes for patient care. Each recipe is built into the room service software to ensure consistency and safety for our patients.Quality & QuantityThe Chef position is responsible for culinary leadership and the highest quality of food service to all customers.Quality control expectations involve recipes, plate presentation, appropriate food temperatures and portion controls.Must have knowledge of patient modified diets (e.g. CCHO, Cardiac, Low Sodium, Low Fiber, Renal and IDDSI).QUALIFICATIONSRequiredWashington State Food Handler’s CardCulinary Arts DegreePreferredServSafe Certified or able to within 6 months of employmentPrior Healthcare Foodservice ExperienceWORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDSFor this position, work is primarily in a kitchen environment. The position will require the ability to lift, and carry, up to 50 pounds and push or pull over 50 pounds. The position will require bending, twisting, squatting, reaching, reaching overhead, sitting and standing frequently. Occasionally the position requires climbing, kneeling and crawling. The position requires continuous finger dexterity and fine motor movements.The employee must demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.Pay Range:$25.00 - $43.75Compensation: Offers will be negotiated based on each candidate's qualifications.Employee Benefits:Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement options (403(b) & 457). Medical insurance begins on day one. Add-on compensation for hourly positions rewards additional training and education. Differentials apply for evening, night, and weekend shifts. Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual is based on hours worked and encompasses holiday, sick, and vacation time. Full time employees (80 hours per pay period) can accrue 23 8-hour PTO days per year, which increases with longevity.

About UsHere at WHMC we are proud of our mission to enhance the health and welfare of those we serve, and we strive every day to embody our values. WHMC is a rural critical access hospital which is growing our presence and our services in order to improve access to care and optimize the health of our communities. We value our patients, our community, and our employees and that is what sets us apart!Committed to:Respect – We respect the dignity of each individual at all times.Teamwork – We recognize, embrace and capitalize on the unique talents of everyone.Stewardship – We are prudent, careful and deliberate with all resources.Trustworthiness – We act with integrity and honor in all situations.

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