Cook

Mercy Health System; California; On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Parental and caregiver leave

Tuition and certification reimburse

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a cook to prepare food for patients, follow standardized recipes, and ensure meals meet prescribed diets. The role involves direct patient interaction, food safety, and accurate order processing using EPIC, with responsibilities including inventory and sanitation across the kitchen.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and at least one year of cooking experience, with internal training and state sanitation certification pursued within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year of experience as a cook required.
• Graduate of vocational school or culinary program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food from scratch following menu and recipes.
• Assist with patient meal orders and diet modifications using EPIC as needed.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and sanitation.
• Order supplies and manage kitchen logs.
• Serve meals and respond to patient concerns.

Skills

Culinary knife skills

Food safety

Patient care

Teamwork

Sanitation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year cook experience

Culinary program preferred

Tools

EPIC system

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Determines food items and prepares them for service Is able to prepare food from scratch that is appetizing and appealing Ability to execute culinary knife skills Reads and follows standardized recipes Cooks and/or prepares food in quantities according menu, par level and number of persons to be served Cooks to order Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. Dishes meals Orders supplies Maintains proper food temperature log sheets Maintain proper cooking/quick chill log sheets Portions and dishes food on plate according diet ticket. Weighs items when necessary Performs dishwashing as necessary Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.) Direct patient care; takes patient meal orders, correcting food items within allowed prescribed diets, using EPIC as needed. Working directly with the patients by suggestions on items to have. Calculates intake per diet guidelines and requirements Prepares therapeutic food items following prescribed diets and modify the diets Maintains time management with cooking and taking the patients orders Handles patient concerns and complaints Intakes and prepares conference room or other large department functions as requested. Maintains a clean and sanitized work area, tables, counter, cabinets, ovens, and other kitchen equipment utilizing proper sanitation techniques Adheres to department safety and sanitation regulations Use protective barriers (gloves, apron, proper hair covering) Excellent customer service skills needed Works well on a team and on their own

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. One year of experience as a cook required. Internal training required. Graduate of vocational school, or culinary program preferred.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

State Food Safety Sanitation Certification per department requirements required within 90 days

PAY RANGE: $17.23 - $24.98

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA/HSA Options
• Generous, accruing paid time off
• Paid Parental and caregiver leave
• Career advancement and educational opportunities
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Certification Reimbursement
• Well-being Programs
• Employee Discounts
• On-Demand Pay
• Financial Education
• Annual recognition/awards events
• Partner appreciation days
• Family entertainment/attractions discount
• Community service/improvement opportunities

As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50 One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women For over 135 years, Mercyhealth has provided high-quality health care to residents throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. We have a passion for providing comprehensive health care close to home for area residents through our six hospitals and 85 primary and specialty care locations. As an integrated health system, you can come to us for routine health care, like annual physicals, immunizations and preventive health screenings, as well as highly specialized care, such as neonatal intensive care, heart surgery, stroke care, neurosurgery, cancer treatment and much more.

The range of Mercyhealth's specialties and the skills of our doctors, nurses and clinical staff are truly extraordinary.