Cook

Dignity Health; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health in Mesa is seeking a Cook to support patient and staff meal services. You will prepare and deliver meal trays, assist with food preparation, and ensure cleanliness and safety in a fast-paced healthcare kitchen.

The role emphasizes attention to food safety, accurate portioning, and compassionate patient interaction to accommodate dietary needs. Requires one year of food service experience and a Food Handler Permit or ServSafe AZ within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• One year of food service experience.
• Food Handler Permit: AZ or ServSafe Certification: AZ - within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering high-quality, safe, and efficient food services to patients and staff.
• Prepare and deliver meal trays and assist with food preparation.
• Maintain cleanliness and ensure food safety compliance.
• Interact with patients regarding dietary needs.

Skills

Food service experience

Food safety knowledge

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Cook you will assist in delivering high-quality, safe, and efficient food services to patients and staff.

As our Cook you will assist in delivering high-quality, safe, and efficient food services to patients and staff. Every day you will prepare and deliver meal trays, assist with food preparation, maintain cleanliness, ensure food safety compliance, and interact with patients regarding dietary needs. To be successful, you will demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, strong food safety knowledge, and excellent customer service, contributing to a positive dining experience.

• Follows healthcare foodservice industry standards, regulations, guidelines and procedures including monitoring and maintaining food temperatures during cooking, holding, and storage processes. Avoids cross-contamination of foods and adheres to personal hygiene requirements. Maintains proper labeling of food products and ensures storage of food equipment, and machinery per regulations & facility guidelines.
• Prepares and serves food within guidelines of menu & dietary requirements using required kitchen utensils and equipment. Maintains knowledge of recipe ingredients to respond to food allergy questions or requests.
• Follows organizational standards and guidelines for a high quality patient and customer experience. Ensures proper meal portioning and an aesthetically pleasing presentation.
• Supports team members in all areas of food services including cashier, retail, stocking, cleaning, tray service, dishwashing, food storage and food prep, etc.

Job Requirements

Required

• One (1) year of Food Service Experience
• Food Handler Permit: AZ or ServSafe Certification: AZ - within 30 days of hire

Preferred

• High School Diploma or GED
• Cooking experience

Where You'll Work

Hello Humankindness

Where You Will Thrive. Where You Will Make a Difference. Where Collaboration Amplifies Care.

At AZ General Hospital Mesa, you're not just joining a team – you're becoming a vital part of a community's well‑being. As a 50‑bed non‑profit facility, we're dedicated to delivering compassionate, high‑quality healthcare to Mesa and its surrounding communities. Every day, you'll see the direct impact of your work, whether it's comforting a patient, collaborating with a colleague, or innovating solutions that improve lives.

Our commitment to excellence is further strengthened through our close collaboration with Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, expanding our capabilities and offering a broader spectrum of patient care experiences and professional development opportunities.

But your impact extends even further. We are a proud member of CommonSpirit Health, a national leader operating over 2,200 care sites across 24 states. This vast network means unparalleled opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference on a grander scale, impacting nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents.

If you are driven by a commitment to social justice, passionate about health equity, and eager to contribute to new, innovative ways of delivering care within a highly collaborative environment, then look no further.

This isn't just a job; it's a calling, and you belong right here with us. Come build a fulfilling career where your values align with your work, and your contribution truly matters.

Pay Range

$20.91 - $29.54 /hour