Cook

About the role

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose.

Cincinnati Children's is recognized for its excellence, including being a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years, consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding, and being one of America’s Best Large Employers and America’s Best Employers for New Grads.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include measuring and mixing ingredients, preparing menu items, baking, roasting, broiling, steaming and frying meats, fish, vegetables and other foods, and observing and tasting food being cooked to improve flavor and texture.

• Measure and mix ingredients according to recipes and proper cooking standards.
• Use a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment, including scales, mixers, grinders and slicers to prepare menu items.
• Bake, roast, broil, steam and fry meats, fish, vegetables and other foods.
• Observe and taste food being cooked and add ingredients or seasonings to improve flavor and texture.
• Portion food correctly onto patient/guest tray as required.
• Assume responsibility for proper methods of safety and cleanliness.
• Maintain specified procedures of cleanliness, personal hygiene and storage to ensure safe food production in accordance to Department of Health standards.

Additional responsibilities include planning cooking schedules, preparing food items for cooking, attending required monthly in-services, and complying with Infection Control policies and procedures.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of work experience in a related job discipline, with a preferred high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, with 2+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Skills

Effective customer service skills are required, with the ability to demonstrate CARES standards at all times.

Benefits

Cincinnati Children’s offers a range of benefits, including opportunities for professional growth and development, a supportive work environment, and a comprehensive compensation package.

Pay

The expected starting pay range is $16.65 - $19.80, with starting pay based on experience, skills, and equity. Additional pay and benefits may apply, with annual pay varying based on FTE status.