Hot Cook, Mercy Pavilion

UPMC Mercy is hiring a Full-Time Hot Cook to support the Uptown Cafe in the Mercy Pavilion!

This position works Monday-Friday from 6a-2:30 with no holidays.

Preferred candidates will have 3 years of food handling experience, the ability to understand and follow recipes, knife handling skills and must be capable of lifting, pushing, and pulling an average of 25-50 pounds.

Candidate will work with leadership to develop a variety of Hot and Cold Breakfast, Lunch, and Grab & Go recipes to keep guests satisfied.

Purpose:
Responsible for the preparation and service of high quality, nutritionally-appropriate foods that are satisfying to the guest. Observes safe food handling procedures and maintains sanitation of work area and equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Complete in-advance preparation requirement for next day of service.
• Produce high quality hot food products according to standardized recipes and production sheet volume requirements.
• Prepare all foods within designated timeframes; monitor food usage throughout service to ensure volume needs are met.
• Adhere to departmental safe food handling procedures at all times.
• Maintain an inspection-ready work area on a consistent basis.
• Adhere to Safety Data Sheet (SDS) information related to the proper and safe use of chemicals in the workplace. Store chemicals and cleaning supplies away from food production areas.
• Uses and maintains equipment according to manufacturer and department guidelines; follows all safety procedures.
• Provide a courteous and helpful customer service attitude on a daily basis.
• Chill, store, and record all prepared and leftover food in accordance to health department guidelines; maintain temperature cooling log documentation.

Qualifications:

HS Diploma/GED OR 1 YR previous job experience required in lieu of HS Diploma/GED

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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