Cook

HHS Culinary and Nutrition Solutions, LLC (USA); Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical

Dental

401K

Short Term Disability

Voluntary Life

Safety Incentive Program

Job summary

HHS Culinary and Nutrition Solutions, LLC (USA) is seeking friendly, compassionate cooks to join our hospital culinary team in Knoxville. We offer full-time and part-time roles with day, evening, and night shifts and a wage of $18 per hour.

Responsibilities include preparing meals for patients, visitors, and staff, following recipes, maintaining sanitation, and supporting the team to run the department smoothly. Medical benefits and flexible schedules are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen (fast food, hotel operations, healthcare).
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Communicate effectively in English and work well in a team environment.
• Must practice good personal hygiene, be neatly groomed, and be in uniform.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality meals for patients, visitors, and hospital staff.
• Follow company recipes and guidelines to prepare all food items.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow cleaning, sanitation, and closing procedures.
• Adhere to health and safety policies and procedures.
• Assist team members and management as needed to help the department operate efficiently.

Skills

Commercial kitchen experience

Teamwork

English communication

Job description

Location:Knoxville Rehabilitation HospitalPay Rate:Hourly - Hourly Plan, 18.00 USD HourlyWork Shift:Job DescriptionWe’re looking for friendly, compassionate, team players to join our culinary team!Under the guidance of the chef/production manager, cook meals and provide food service for patients, the retail cafe, and catering events at the hospital.ResponsibilitiesCookWage: $18/hourFull-time and part-time positions availableDay/Evening/Night shifts availableBackground check, drug screen, and proof of employment eligibility requiredResponsibilitiesPrepare high-quality meals for patients, visitors, and hospital staffFollow company recipes and guidelines to prepare all food itemsMaintain a clean and organized work area and follow all cleaning, sanitation, and closing proceduresAdhere to the facility’s health and safety policies and proceduresAssist team members and management as needed to help the department operate efficientlyQualificationsMinimum of 2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen (fast food, hotel operations, healthcare)Must be at least 18 years oldCommunicate effectively in English and work well in a team environmentMust practice good personal hygiene, be neatly groomed, and be in uniformPreferred: Culinary experience (cook, cooking, line cook, commercial kitchen, fast food, dietary cook, healthcare foodservice)Physical RequirementsProlonged standing and walking continuously, pushing dish racks, frequent stooping, bending, and lifting up to 50 poundsMust be able to operate equipment necessary to perform essential functions of the jobBenefitsWe offer flexible schedules, excellent training, competitive wages, work-life balance, job satisfaction, and promotion opportunities.Paid Time OffMedicalDental401KShort Term DisabilityVoluntary LifeSafety Incentive ProgramImportant to KnowApplicants must pass a background check, drug screen, and provide proof of employment eligibility in the U.S.Many healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption in place.Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.About HHSHHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service. Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries.