Cook

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The Senior Nutrition / Community Services team supports older adults through congregate meal services in Whitman County. This role works collaboratively with the Program Coordinator, site staff, and volunteers to provide nutritious meals in a welcoming environment while supporting food safety and program standards. Company Statement: Pullman Regional is an innovative, patient-focused, multi-disciplinary based work environment where all members of the team contribute to the exceptional care of our patients and the community. Position Overview: This position is an important community outreach role serving seniors in Whitman County. The Cook - Sr. Nutrition Program serves as the lead cook for multiple senior congregate meal sites and is responsible for preparing meals at predetermined sites with commercial/industrial kitchens. The Cook works closely with the Program Coordinator - Sr. Nutrition Program to ensure approved menus are followed and meals are prepared and served in a safe, sanitary, and timely manner. A Day in the Life: Prepare and cook meals in accordance with approved menus, recipes, production schedules, portion standards, and program guidelines. Prepare meals for service at assigned congregate meal sites and coordinate meal timing to meet scheduled service times. Drive between assigned congregate meal sites and other program locations to support meal preparation, meal service, and the transport of approved food, supplies, and equipment as part of daily operations. Ensure food is prepared, held, transported (if applicable), and served using safe food handling practices and required temperature controls. Monitor food quality, appearance, taste, and portion consistency. Maintain safe and sanitary food preparation, storage, service, and warewashing areas at all times. Follow Washington State food safety rules and site procedures for handwashing, cross-contamination prevention, cleaning/sanitizing, and safe hot/cold holding. Use and maintain food thermometers and complete required temperature checks/logs. Properly label, date, store, and rotate food items using site procedures (including FIFO practices, where applicable). Comply with employee illness reporting requirements and exclusion/restriction rules for food workers. About You! This Job is For You if You Have: High school diploma or GED preferred (or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience). One year of institutional, commercial, school, healthcare, senior nutrition, or high-volume food service cooking experience preferred. Experience working in a commercial/industrial kitchen strongly preferred. Valid Washington State Food Worker Card required for food workers handling unpackaged food, food equipment/utensils, or food-contact surfaces (or obtain within the timeframe allowed by Washington law and local health requirements, with employer-provided training as applicable). Must maintain required food worker credentials and comply with all applicable food safety training and documentation requirements. Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record required. This position includes driving between meal sites and other program locations in Whitman County as an essential job function. A Wow if You Have: Senior nutrition, school nutrition, hospital, long-term care, or community meal program experience. Experience with batch cooking and production for group meal service. Experience training or directing volunteers in meal service tasks. Experience with food temperature logs, sanitation logs, and meal production records. Company Perks: Our employees are our most important asset and that's reflected in our benefits. Pullman Regional is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including: Medical/Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account, and Paid Leave Time Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Retirement with Employer Matching Contributions Voluntary Benefits that include: Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Short-Term Disability Services Discount and EAP Resources A Few More Important Points: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It is not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this job. Disability Contacts: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact Human Resources at humanresources@pullmanregional.org Current Pullman Regional Employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Jobs Hub button.

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Pay Range: The base pay range for this position is $19.01-$28.00 Hourly however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Job Title: Cook - Sr. Nutrition Program Work Schedule for this Position: Monday-Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

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