Cook

HHS; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical

Dental

401K

Short Term Disability

Voluntary Life

Safety Incentive Program

Job summary

HHS is seeking a friendly, team-oriented Cook to join the hospital’s culinary team at Arkansas Surgical Hospital. Under the guidance of the chef/production manager, you will cook meals for patients, the retail cafe, and catering events.

We offer full-time roles with day/evening/night shifts, background checks, and a focus on safety and quality service for a hospital environment. Join a committed team delivering nourishing meals with attention to hygiene."

Qualifications

• Requires minimum 2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen (healthcare-focused preferred).
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Excellent English communication and ability to work in a team.
• Maintain high personal hygiene, be neatly groomed and in uniform.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality meals for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Follow hospital recipes and guidelines for all food items.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow sanitation procedures.
• Adhere to health and safety policies and procedures.
• Assist teammates and management to keep the department running smoothly.

Skills

English communication

Teamwork

Food safety basics

Kitchen experience

Job description

Location:

Arkansas Surgical Hospital

Pay Rate:

Hourly - Hourly Plan, 16.00 USD Hourly

Work Shift:

Based on facility’s needs (United States of America)

Job Description

We’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.

Responsibilities

Cook

Wage: $16/hour
Full-time position available
Day/Evening/Night shifts available
Background check, drug screen, and proof of employment eligibility required
Location: Arkansas Surgical Hospital

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 all cleaning, sanitation, and closing procedures
• Adhere to the facility’s health and safety policies and procedures
• Assist team members and management as needed to help the department operate efficiently

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
• Preferred: Culinary experience (cook, cooking, line cook, commercial kitchen, fast food, dietary cook, healthcare foodservice)

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged standing and walking continuously, pushing dish racks, frequent stooping, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to operate equipment necessary to perform essential functions of the job

Benefits

We offer flexible schedules, excellent training, competitive wages, work-life balance, job satisfaction, and promotion opportunities.

• Paid Time Off
• Medical
• Dental
• 401K
• Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Life
• Safety Incentive Program

Important to Know

• Applicants must pass a background check, drug screen, and provide proof of employment eligibility in the U.S.
• Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.
• HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.

About HHS

HHS 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.