Cook

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois; 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

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

On-Demand Pay

Job summary

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois is hiring a cook to prepare and plate meals according to recipes and menu items in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires knife skills, knowledge of cooking methods, and adherence to safety and sanitation standards. Experience in food service and a high school diploma are preferred; Mercyhealth offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• 1 year experience as a cook or 2 years in food service preferred.
• Vocational/culinary program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items and stations for service.
• Cook to order and in accordance with recipes and menu.
• Follow safety, sanitation, and temperature logs.
• Maintain clean, sanitized work area and equipment.
• Assist with supplies and inventory as needed.

Skills

Knife skills

Recipe reading

Cooking procedures

Team player

Customer service

Sanitation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary program preferred

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 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 - $24.98

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

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.

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