Cook

Loyola Medicine; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b)

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Loyola Medicine is hiring for a part-time cook on rotating shifts with weekend requirements. Scheduling includes 5am-1:30pm and 11am-7:30pm, with potential for both part-time and full-time opportunities.

The role involves preparing meals for cafeteria and patient rooms and ensuring food safety and quality in a fast-paced environment. Great career advancement opportunities exist for those with related experience.

Qualifications

• Culinary training or years of experience in institutional kitchen setting.
• High School Diploma preferred.
• Less than one year of previous job-related experience required.
• 1-2 years of previous job-related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, seasons and cooks various foods for cafeteria or patient rooms.
• Reviews menus and production schedules to determine quantities and timing.
• Prepares food by following standardized recipes and methods.
• Ensures foods meet standards for quality of taste and temperature.
• Maintains cleanliness and proper hygiene in the preparation areas.
• Documents leftovers and logs temperatures and production records.
• Participates in training and in-service education.
• Performs other duties to support department operations.

Skills

Food preparation

Recipe following

Food safety

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary training or institutional kitchen experience

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: Weekends Required

Part Time/Full Time

Shift Times (Scheduling open to change): 5am-1:30pm; 11am-7:30pm

Great career advancement opportunity for anyone with relevant experience! Come be a part of our Food Services Team!

Loyola Medicine offers a dynamic, fast-paced work environment that challenges colleagues to deliver compassionate and uncompromising care. As we teach, we learn. As we learn, we heal. And as we heal, we improve people's lives. Loyola is committed to patient satisfaction and with world-class colleagues, we will continue to be recognized for our reputation of outstanding care.

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement

• Prepares, seasons and cooks various foods for consumption in cafeteria or patient rooms. Reviews menus and production schedules to determine quantities needed, plans cooking schedule in conjunction with supervisor and assists with stocking/ordering.
• Prepares food by following standardized recipes and procedures for food production. Reviews daily menus, recipes and production sheets to determine quantities, methods and timing required. Utilizes a variety of cooking methods such as baking, roasting, steaming, grilling and frying as required. Ensures all foods meet standards for quality of taste and temperature.
• Ensures food supplies are adequate for service area and determines additional quantities needed. May take pans of food to point of service when needed.
• Constantly ensures food preparation areas are clean, sanitized and orderly at all times. Uses proper chemicals and techniques to clean work surfaces, tools and equipment. Maintains standards for personal hygiene by wearing properly cleaned uniform at all times.
• Properly documents leftover foods, uses correct food labeling system, accurately logs temperature of foods, and accurately completes production records, noting both amounts prepared and leftover.
• Participate in job related training and in-service education.
• Performs other duties as assigned to facilitate the operation flow of the Food and Nutrition Department.

Position Requirements

Minimum Education:

• Required: N/A - Not Applicable
• Preferred: High School Diploma
• Specify Degree(s): Culinary training acquired through culinary school or years of experience in institutional setting

Minimum Experience:

• Required: Less than one year of previous job-related experience
• Preferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience

Pa y Range: $ 17.50 - $ 24.44 per hour

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Trinity Health Benefits Summary

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.