Cook BSS

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Primary City/State:

Loveland, Colorado

Department Name:

Banner Staffing Services-WR

Work Shift:

Varied

Job Category:

Facilities, Environmental Services, and Culinary

Primary Location Salary Range:

In accordance with State Pay Transparency Rules.

A rewarding career that fits your life. Those who have joined the Banner mission come from all walks of life, united by the common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. If changing health care for the better sounds like something you want to be part of, apply today.

Join our Culinary Services team at Banner McKee in Loveland! As a Cook you will help prepare fresh, hot foods for patients and staff. Prior cooking/healthcare experience is a plus, as well as experience in a fast-paced environment.

We are looking for someone with 1+ years of experience.

Current Opening: Varying days of the week working 5am- 1:30pm, 6am- 2:30pm, or 11:30am- 7:30pm. Every other weekend is required and a holiday rotation.

Banner Staffing Services (BSS) offers Registry/Per Diem opportunities within Banner Health. Registry/Per Diem positions are utilized as needed within our facilities. These positions are great way to start your career with Banner Health.

As a BSS team member, you are eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal applicant to any regular opportunities within Banner Health. Banner Health offers employment options to match your career and lifestyle needs. We will meet you where you are and how you want to work! Learn more at https://youtu.be/Pu3VR3tGlw0

As a valued and respected Banner Health team member, you will enjoy:

Competitive wages
Paid orientation
Flexible Schedules (select positions)
Fewer Shifts Cancelled
Weekly pay
403(b) Pre-tax retirement
Resources for living (Employee Assistance Program)
MyWell-Being (Wellness program)
Discount Entertainment tickets
Restaurant/Shopping discounts

Registry/Per Diem positions do not have guaranteed hours and no medical benefits package is offered. Completion of post-offer Occupational Health physical assessment, drug screen and background check (includes employment, criminal and education) is required.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position produces all required food items based on information obtained from production sheets, catering requests, prep sheets and any other approved source. Plans and conducts daily work to meet food production and service time requirements.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Prepares and cooks hot and cold food items using standardized recipes and calculates production quantities based on production forecast, tally sheets and catering orders.

2. May be assigned to work in the retail cafe grill area, and/or cook breakfast items.

3. Records over production and run outs. Writes directions and calculates production quantities.

4. Checks and logs food and equipment temperatures and reports any problems to the supervisor. Reports all needed equipment repair.

5. Maintains par levels of food and supplies in assigned areas, orders and/or restocks items in accordance with established routines, rotates food stocks, checks freshness dates.

6. Keeps assigned work areas clean and in an orderly manner.

7. Assists other kitchen and dietary staff as needed and assigned. May oversee the scheduled shift for efficiency.

8. Department responsibilities only, normally deals with internal staff. May deal with customers in grill or exhibition position in retail units. Follows established procedures, recipes and work routines under general supervision.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires the knowledge and abilities in institutional food production normally acquired with one or more years of work experience in production cooking. Must be able to learn and follow established policies and procedures, read and understand written and verbal instruction, communicate effectively, and perform simple math calculations. Must be able to learn food handling regulations and pass certification tests as required. Must possess good interpersonal skills and be able to perform tasks within limited time frames. Must be able to follow production and cleaning schedules, use chemicals safely, read thermometers and follow safety requirements.

Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital or Olive Branch Senior Center must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.

For Banner Staffing Services (BSS) team members, the food handlers' card is required within 30 days of hire. For BSS team members in Tucson and Colorado, the food handlers' card is not required.

All onsite food service equipment including stoves, ovens, steam-jacketed kettles, tilt skillet, broiler, steam table, grill, deep fryer, slicer, Buffalo Chopper, mixer, food carts, dish racks, cleaning equipment and hazardous chemicals used in cleaning and sanitation.

Must be 18 yrs of age or older to comply with Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requirements as the role may be expected to set up, operate and/or repair power-driven bakery and meat processing machines.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

DATE APPROVED 05/14/2023

Anticipated Closing Window (actual close date may be sooner):

2025-08-01

EEO Statement:

EEO/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans

Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.

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What You Should Know About Cook BSS, Banner Health

At Banner McKee Medical Center, we’re on the lookout for a passionate Cook BSS to join our dynamic Culinary Services team in Loveland, Colorado! If you have a knack for creating delicious meals and a desire to make an impact in healthcare, this role is perfect for you. You'll be responsible for preparing fresh, hot meals for both patients and staff, playing a crucial role in ensuring everyone enjoys nutritious and tasty food. Ideally, you should have at least one year of cooking experience in a fast-paced environment, preferably in a healthcare setting. Your daily shifts will vary from early mornings to late afternoons and you’ll work weekdays with every other weekend and some holiday shifts. But don’t worry—we’re flexible! As part of Banner Staffing Services, this position offers a unique opportunity to start your career with us, with the potential to become a regular employee. You'll enjoy competitive wages, paid orientation, and access to an array of employee benefits including wellness programs and discounts. While this position does not offer guaranteed hours or medical benefits, it’s a fantastic opportunity to build your experience while making a difference in the community. If you’re ready to embrace a rewarding career in culinary services and share our mission of making healthcare easier and better, we invite you to apply today!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Cook BSS Role at Banner Health

What responsibilities does the Cook BSS at Banner McKee Medical Center have?

As a Cook BSS at Banner McKee Medical Center, you'll prepare and cook various hot and cold food items using standardized recipes. Your duties also include planning and conducting daily work to meet food service requirements, maintaining cleanliness and order in work areas, checking food equipment temperatures, and assisting kitchen staff as needed.