Cook

CommonSpirit Health Philanthropy; California (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their team at St. Bernardine Medical Center. This role is crucial in preparing high-quality meals that cater to the nutritional needs of patients, staff, and visitors. You will ensure compliance with food safety standards while maintaining the highest quality in food preparation and presentation. If you have a passion for food service and want to make a difference in a healthcare environment, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to patient care and well-being. Join us in making a positive impact, one meal at a time.

Qualifications

• 1 year of food service experience required.
• Food Handler Permit needed within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to therapeutic diets and standard recipes.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are met.
• Support kitchen operations and monitor inventory levels.

Skills

Food Preparation

Food Safety Standards

Inventory Management

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

Cook – St. Bernardine Medical Center

As a Cook at St. Bernardine Medical Center, you will play a vital role in preparing nutritious, high-quality meals for patients, staff, and visitors in a healthcare setting. Using safe food-handling and preparation techniques, you will support the delivery of meals that meet both general and therapeutic dietary requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare meals in accordance with prescribed therapeutic diets and standard recipes.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are met in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Maintain consistency and quality in food preparation, presentation, and portion control.
• Support kitchen operations by monitoring inventory levels and ensuring timely meal service.
• Collaborate with the dietary and clinical teams to help ensure patient satisfaction and nutrition goals are met.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the mission, values, and quality initiatives of St. Bernardine Medical Center.

This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about food preparation and service, especially in a healthcare environment where meals play a critical role in healing and well-being. Join our team and help make a difference—one meal at a time.

Qualifications

• One (1) year food service experience.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Food Handler Permit is a requirement by San Bernardino County; you must obtain it within 30 days of hire.

Overview

Founded as a faith-based hospital in 1931 by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, Dignity Health – St. Bernardine Medical Center is a 342-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in San Bernardino, California. The hospital offers a full complement of services, including the Inland Empire Heart and Vascular Institute, an award-winning orthopedics program, surgical weight loss, and is an official Neurovascular Stroke Center, as designated by ICEMA. The hospital shares a legacy of humankindness with Dignity Health, one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. Visit here https://www.dignityhealth.org/socal/locations/stbernardinemedical for more information.

One Community. One Mission. One California