Cook

Overview

As a patient‑focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well‑being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality, and trust that are integral to our mission.

EO/AA

Corporate Overview:
The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for its academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

• Submit your application with an updated resume online h.edu.
• This is a PRN (as needed) position with a variable schedule. No benefits are provided. Applicants should only apply if they are comfortable with flexible, non‑guaranteed hours.
• You must upload the most recent updated resume, including all your work history and experience, to be considered.
• Please provide five professional references with an email and phone number on your submitted resume or as requested through the skill survey assessment.
• Join our team! uofuhealth.org/jobfairs.
• Please check your email for any updates on this job.

• Bakes, roasts, stews, fries, steam‑cooks, or otherwise prepares food products for cooking by following instructions and standard hospital recipes.
• Utilizes knowledge of cooking methods and preparation time requirements to ensure that adequate amounts of properly prepared foods are provided in a timely fashion.
• Uses cooking knowledge and experience to adjust recipes for factors such as altitude, special diet orders, etc.
• Adheres to manufacturer instructions and standard hospital kitchen procedures when operating machinery and equipment used in cooking including slicers, choppers, steamers, broilers, griddles, fryers, braziers, blenders, microwaves, etc.
• Weighs cooking products, as required, ensuring proper portion delivery.
• Cleans the work area, refrigerators, stoves, ovens, storeroom, and utensils in order to comply with hospital, county and state sanitation requirements.
• Performs quality checks for taste and appearance of finished food products.
• Uses department‑specific computer software and daily menus to complete purchase and issue requisitions and to forecast cooking production for the cafeteria, catering, day care area, and patient needs.
• Sets up and stocks area for food service delivery and assists in serving cooked items.
• Orders, rotates, and maintains adequate stock levels required for cooking production by estimating needs according to the production schedule.
• Assists in completing all aspects of cooking production to ensure that ordered items are delivered on time.
• Assists with catering functions including food preparation, set‑up, presentation and clean‑up.
• May develop, modify, or experiment with hospital recipes and cooking procedures to improve kitchen output or services.

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
• Demonstrated human relations, computer literacy, and effective communication skills.
• Ability to organize and facilitate functions with minimal notice.
• Knowledge of cost‑control methods and prioritization for timely delivery and service.
• Knowledge of operating heavy mechanized equipment including slicers, mixers, blenders steam kettles, fryers, and choppers.
• Ability to comply with departmental policies regarding attendance and evaluations.

• Two years of institutional cooking experience, or the equivalency.

• One of the following
• Current Utah Food Handler Permit.
• Current Food Protection Manager certification, accredited by ANSI.

• Previous food production experience in a health care setting.
• Previous supervisory experience may be preferred for some positions.

This position involves intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may exert up to 50…