Cook

CGH Medical Center; Sterling, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

IMRF Retirement Fund

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

PTO

Discounts

Job summary

CGH Medical Center is seeking a hospital cook to prepare regular and special diet items according to standardized recipes and production sheets.

You will pre-prep, cook, and plate meals, ensuring correct portions and timely service while following HACCP guidelines. Candidates should have a high school diploma and food safety certification; allergen training will be provided if needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Food Safety and Sanitation Certification required upon hire.
• Illinois Allergen Awareness training within 1 week of start date.
• Basic computer literacy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare regular and special diet items per recipes and production sheets.
• Operate cooking equipment safely and efficiently.
• Plate and present items with correct portion sizes and garnishes.
• Adhere to HACCP and regulatory guidelines for food handling.

Skills

Food prep

Food safety

Plating

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Food Safety Certification

Tools

Allergen Awareness

Job description

## CookApply: LOC001 Hospital: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R-3689**Our growth is creating great opportunities!** Our team is growing and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, please apply to the one you feel best suits you! You can keep track of your progress in the selection process as well as stay updated on new positions that might interest you. **Shift**Varying Shifts/Weekends**Scheduled Weekly Hours**32**POSITION PURPOSE****:**Preparation of regular and special diet hot and cold food items as requested; pre-prep food items according to production sheets under the direction of the chef or department management.**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:*** Broils, grills, bakes, fries, purees, cooks, and assembles food items according to standardized recipes.* Presents prepared food items while paying attention to proper portion sizes and plating guidelines (e.g. garnishes food items according to recipes on a consistent basis), in a timely and efficient manner.* Plans ahead to prepare food items as indicated on production sheets.* Operates cooking equipment efficiently and while utilizing proper safety measures.* Ensures the safe and proper handling of all food items according to HACCP and regulatory agencies.* Takes ownership of problems and facilitates positive outcomes.* Serves as a quality assurance control point for every aspect of the room service program.* Performs other duties as necessary.**SPECIALIZED KNOW-HOW & REQUIREMENTS:*** High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.* Previous food service/commercial cooking experience strongly preferred.* Food Safety and Sanitation Management Certification required upon hire; Illinois Allergen Awareness training required within 1 week of start date – CGH will provide access to this course if needed.* Basic computer literacy preferred.* Demonstrates the knowledge necessary to provide culturally competent and population specific care.**Compensation Range**$16.65 - $24.97**Available Benefits for Benefit Eligible Positions**Health and Dental InsuranceIMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)Retirement Fund (457 and 401A Plan)Medical and Dependent Care Flexible SpendingLife InsuranceShort and Long Term DisabilityOptional InsurancesPaid Time OffTuition Reimbursement and Loan ForgivenessGift Shop DiscountCGH Day Care DiscountCGH Dietary DiscountEmployee Assistance ProgramCGH Pharmacy DiscountCGH Vision Center DiscountThank you for your interest in a career at CGH Medical Center.