Food Service Worker​/Cook

Summary

Responsible for the preparation and service of food and dietary needs of patients, staff, and visitors. Prepares and delivers food trays to patients. Maintain high standards of sanitation.

• Prepares meals for patient and cafeteria visitors according to the menu and prescribed standards of preparation, including regular and special diets.
• Responsible for proper cleaning of equipment, such as ovens, stoves, mixers, and dishes, upon completion of the shift.
• Sets up the hot food line, ensuring proper preparation of hot and cold foods, and serves portions according to prescribed amounts.
• Ensures leftover foods are properly stored, labeled, and dated according to department policy and regulatory standards.
• Assists with proper check‑in and storage of deliveries, rotating stock according to first‑in/first‑out processes.
• Demonstrates knowledge of age‑appropriate nutrition and the ability to make acceptable substitutions on therapeutic diets.
• Attends department meetings and training required by the hospital and dietary department.
• This list is not exhaustive; there may be additional duties related to the position.

• Experience in commercial or hospital food service.
• Demonstrate proper sanitation and food handling techniques.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• College degree preferred.

• Must pass a pre‑employment criminal background check, reference checks, and a post‑offer drug screen.
• Must be employment eligible as verified by the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG) and the Government Services Administration (GSA).
• Tuberculin screening required annually.
• Hospital required vaccinations.
• Hospital required competencies.

• Typical office and/or patient care, acute care hospital environment.
• Must be able to travel locally between facilities and within the surrounding community.
• Occasional exposure to minimal physical risk.
• HIPAA compliant workspace.

• Compassion: We show empathy, respect and dignity in our interactions with patients and others.
• Accountability: We take responsibility for one’s actions, decisions and behaviors to deliver safe care to our patients, along with our professional interactions with others.
• Respect: We recognize and value each individual’s dignity, preferences and unique needs while appreciating ideas, culture, beliefs and experiences.
• Excellence: We provide evidence‑based care, programs, services, and an environment that achieves the best outcomes.

We offer a competitive wage, health, dental, vision, critical illness and life insurance benefits, 403(b) retirement plan, $0 generic prescription drugs, tuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness programs, gym discounts and Home Workout Program. Qualified positions may offer sign‑on bonuses or relocation. Your recruiter can provide you with additional information on benefits.

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Hospitals and Health Care