Cook

Saint Anthony Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 1,938,000 - 2,760,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Insurance Plans (

Employer matching retirement plans

Free parking

Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance/AD

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

Saint Anthony Hospital in Chicago, IL is seeking a Cook for the Dietary Department. This full-time, rotating shift position offers a starting wage of $17.05 per hour under the union contract.

The role entails preparing, cooking, storing, and portioning meals for patients, cafeteria, and catering functions, with no direct patient care. Experience in cooking and ability to read recipes are required.

Qualifications

• Cooking experience
• Read and follow recipes
• Prioritize tasks
• Speaks and reads English
• High school diploma or GED preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks food for patients, the cafeteria, Doctors' Dining Room, and catering events.
• Coordinates cooking schedules for the efficient delivery of food.
• Reads and follows recipes, instructions or directions on batch cooking, and garnishing.
• Prioritizes tasks to meet volume changes and department needs.
• Provides directions to servers regarding portion size.
• Stores and handles food items according to HACCP standards.
• Sets up patients' serving line.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area throughout the work shift.
• Assists in monitoring and evaluating the quality and temperature of foods through a taste and temperature panel.

Skills

Cooking experience

Read English

Follow recipes

Prioritize tasks

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Cook

Saint Anthony Hospital Chicago, Illinois, United States

About this position

Cook

Position Title: Cook – Dietary Department
Full Time
Rotating Shift
Compensation: $17.05hr starting (union contract)

The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

About Us

Saint Anthony Hospital is a diverse and community-centric hospital, your career can thrive in, while addressing the health and wellness challenges that families in our neighborhood face. Our employees deliver on our mission and achieve success by working together to provide excellent customer service and patient care.
As part of Saint Anthony Hospital’s commitment to providing the highest quality health care, we will be building a new state-of-the-art hospital to serve as an anchor to the Focal Point Community Campus. Learn more at focalpointchicago.org.

Position Summary

Prepares, handles, cooks, stores food and supplies for patients, cafeteria, Physicians' Dining Room, and catering functions. This position does not provide direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks food for patients, the cafeteria, Doctors' Dining Room, and catering events.
• Coordinates cooking schedules for the efficient delivery of food.
• Ability to read and follow recipes, instructions or directions on batch cooking, and garnishing.
• You can prioritize tasks to meet volume changes and department needs.
• Provides directions to servers regarding portion size.
• Stores and handles food items according to HACCP standards.
• Sets up patients' serving line.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area throughout the work shift.
• Assists in monitoring and evaluating the quality and temperature of foods through a taste and temperature panel.

Work Experience

1 to 3 years of experience.

Position Qualifications

• Cooking experience
• Use of cooking utensils and equipment
• Speaks and reads English
• Ability to read and follow recipes
• Ability to prioritize
• High school/ged preffered
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Insurance Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  Coverage begins on 1st day of employment
• Employer matching retirement plans
• Free parking
• Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holidays

Saint Anthony Hospital Highlights

• Community Hospital with Modern Technology: Work in an environment that blends advanced tools with a mission-driven, community-focused approach.
• Competitive Salaries: Earn a strong, marketaligned compensation package.
• Innovative Environment: Be part of a soon-to-come transformation as we transition into a new, next generation healthcare campus.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a close-knit team that values communication, teamwork, and mutual support.
• Professional Growth: Build your skills in an organization that invests in its people and encourages continuous development.
• Meaningful Work: Serve a diverse patient population and make a real impact on their health journey.
• Recognition: We are a certified Primary Stroke Center and a respected teaching hospital shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Saint Anthony Hospital is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment based on age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.

Salary Information

$17.05 - $17.05Hourly Wage