Cook II - Food & Nutrition Services

About the role

This position is responsible for the preparation, assembly, and serving of food products to customers. Food preparation includes meats, vegetables, soups, bakery items, desserts, and appetizers for patient, retail, and catering areas. The role involves serving as a specialty cook, preparing food according to standardized recipes and specific methods to create high-quality products. Additionally, the position includes short-order/grill cooking duties to prepare food items per customer specifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, assemble, and serve food products for patients, retail, and catering areas.
• Act as a specialty cook, following standardized recipes and specific methods for various types of cookery.
• Perform short-order/grill cooking duties to meet customer specifications.
• Operate institutional kitchen equipment for large-volume food preparation.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of experience in a hospital setting.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English (bilingual in Spanish preferred).
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, complete assignments in a timely manner, and multitask.
• Basic culinary skills and ability to read, comprehend, and follow standardized recipes.
• Good working knowledge of food preparation.
• Positive and upbeat personality with excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude under pressure.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for long periods (up to 6 hours).
• Agility, dexterity, and ability to walk for long periods (up to 6 hours).
• Ability to bend, carry, or lift supplies and equipment weighing 50 pounds or more.

Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week. Day shift: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM, with rotating weekends and holidays.

Benefits

Full-time position with benefits.