Cook

Mercyhealth; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Mercyhealth Hospital and Physician Clinic in Crystal Lake, IL is seeking a full-time cook to prepare menu items from scratch, follow standardized recipes, and cook to order for patients and staff.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 1 year of cooking experience or 2 years in food service, and a state food safety certification within 90 days. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year of experience as a cook or two years in food service preferred.
• Graduate of vocational school or culinary program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Determines food items and prepares them for service.
• Reads and follows standardized recipes; cooks to order.
• Maintains sanitation and proper food temperatures; keeps logs updated.

Skills

Cooking

Knife Skills

Food Safety

Teamwork

Customer Service

Recipe Reading

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Culinary Program

Vocational Training

Job description

## CookApply: Mercyhealth Hospital and Physician Clinic - Crystal Lake, IL: Full time: Posted Today: 2026-03599**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 to 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.)* 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 or two years of experience in food service department preferred. 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 - $24.98Mercyhealth 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 opportunitiesClick here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. 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.