Cook - Per Diem
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Restaurant/Food Service
Food & Beverage, Cook & Chef
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Job Summary:
The cook is primarily responsible for the production of composed hot entrees as part of a cycle menu. These activities are related to the provision of meals for patients, employees and guests. Performs basic food preparation.
- Performs basic food preparation.
- Follows standard recipes and acts as the short‑order cook.
- Assists in ordering, storage and preparation of foods.
- Assembles trays for general and special diets.
- Adheres to portion control standards at all times.
- Adheres to prescribed safety and sanitation practices and HACCP procedures.
- Employee must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the C‑I‑CARE Standards of the Hospital.
- High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
- 2 years of cook or related work experience preferred.
- Food Service Certificate.
- Ability to read, write and speak English.
- Perform basic mathematics.
- Know the basic principles of quantity food production and infection control practices; operate cooking equipment efficiently and carefully.
- Knowledge and understanding of general cleaning materials.
- Able to lift approximately 50 lbs.
- Able to stand on feet for long periods of time.
- Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of regulatory agencies for sanitation, food preparation and customer satisfaction.
- Must have rapid eyes‑hands coordination motor skills.
The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Equal Opportunity EmployerStanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or the perception of any of the above.
Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.
Base Pay Scale:
Generally starting at $25.76 – $34.00 per hour. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.
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