Cook

Mercy Health Corporation; Harvard (IL); On-site; USD 2,374,000 - 3,441,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Certification Reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a cook responsible for preparing food items for service, following standardized recipes, and cooking to order. The role requires strong knife skills, knowledge of sanitation, and the ability to work both in teams and independently.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 1 year of cook experience or 2 years in food service, with state food safety certification due within 90 days. Mercyhealth offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

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 and prepares food in quantities per menu and headcount.
• Maintains proper food temperatures and log sheets.
• Maintains a clean and sanitized work area and uses proper sanitation techniques.
• Excellent customer service and teamwork are required.

Skills

Food preparation

Knife skills

Sanitation

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary program preferred

Tools

Kitchen equipment knowledge

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

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Excellent interpersonal / communication skills

Full knowledge of kitchen equipment

Able to perform mathematical calculations

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

Ability to write correspondence.

Ability to effectively present information in one-to-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization

Ability to communicate with others in a positive manner

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract divide and multiply all numbers

Ability to perform these operations using units of American money, weight measurements and volume

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.

Ability to deal with problems.

Computer Skills

Basic computer knowledge needed

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Work is performed according to specific procedures and methods, but must be able to make decisions in order to adapt to routine situations.

SUPERVISES

N/A

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 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