Cook II

 

Position Summary:

The Cook II works in a fast-paced environment, rotating through different food stations such as a grill, pizza, or exhibition salad station. Demonstrates highly refined exhibition cooking skills, attention to detail and excels in an on-stage environment. Exhibits a passion for creating delicious, high-quality food with outstanding service and appealing presentation at all times. Is team player with a positive attitude and great customer service skills.

 

Responsibilities:

Engages customers with superb customer relations, while maintaining remarkable food quality and presentation May assist in the production of small to medium sized catering events (up to 25 people) Maintains strict sanitation and cleanliness standards Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency, excellent work ethic, and an exceptionally positive attitude Communicates well with others and thrives in a team environment Performs other related duties as assigned Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

 

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred Has current Idaho food handlers’ card or must obtain within 90 days of hire Culinary school graduate preferred Possess all the qualifications of a Cook I 2 years of cooking experience in a hospital, hotel, institution or restaurant preferred 2 years of customer service experience preferred Previous relevant experience as a lead in a kitchen setting preferred Strong breakfast cooking skills and demonstrated ability to sauté, broil, grill, roast and poach Intermediate knife skills Strong ticket reading abilities to review menu orders as well as take verbal orders from customers Ability to work and multitask in a high volume fast paced environment Team focused and able to work within a kitchen brigade under the direction of sous chefs Driving record will be checked up on hire and annually to determine eligibility to drive and/or transport passengers for on campus food delivery needs and offsite catering locations, as applicable. Those who do not meet insurability requirements will not be permitted to drive.

 

About Kootenai Health:

 

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

 

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent. Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more Robust and interactive employee referral program And much more

 

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!

 

Apply today! Please reach out to Maiya Cushing at maiya.cushing@kh.org.  You can also contact the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org with any questions.

 

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.