Cook

Mercy Harvard Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a patient-focused cook to prepare meals from scratch, follow standardized recipes, and portion dishes per diet tickets. You’ll ensure proper temperatures, maintain logs, and keep the kitchen clean and safe.

The role requires strong customer service and teamwork in a fast-paced hospital environment. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 1 year of cooking experience (or 2 years in food service), and culinary training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year of experience as a cook or two years in food service preferred.
• Graduate of vocational school or culinary program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and portion food per menu and recipes.
• Cook to order and ensure appetizing presentation.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and sanitation.
• Observe and test foods for doneness and quality.
• Maintain logs for temperature and quick chill procedures.
• Keep work area clean and organized; follow safety rules.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Mathematical calculations

Education

High school diploma

Cook experience 1 year

Culinary program

Tools

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Job description

OVERVIEW

This job involves preparing and cooking food, following recipes, and making sure meals are properly portioned and served. The employee must also keep the kitchen clean and safe, follow food safety rules, maintain temperature logs, and provide good customer service. SCHEDULE: 40-hours per week SHIFT: Variable

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Determines food items and prepares them for service
• Is able to prepare food from scratch that is appetizing and appealing
• Ability to execute culinary knife skills
• Reads and follows standardized recipes
• Cooks and/or prepares food in quantities according to menu, par level and number of persons to be served
• Cooks to order
• Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently.
• Dishes meals
• Orders supplies
• Maintains proper food temperature log sheets
• Maintain proper cooking/quick chill log sheets
• Portions and dishes food on plate according diet ticket.
• Weighs items when necessary
• Performs dishwashing as necessary
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
• Maintains a clean and sanitized work area, tables, counter, cabinets, ovens, and other kitchen equipment utilizing proper sanitation techniques
• Adheres to department safety and sanitation regulations
• Use protective barriers (gloves, apron, proper hair covering)
• Excellent customer service skills needed
• Works well on a team and on their own

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year of experience as a cook or two years of experience in food service department preferred.
• Graduate of vocational school, or culinary program preferred.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

State Food Safety Sanitation Certification per department requirements required within 90 days

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent interpersonal / communication skills
• Full knowledge of kitchen equipment
• Able to perform mathematical calculations
• Language Skills Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-to-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization Ability to communicate with others in a positive manner
• Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract divide and multiply all numbers Ability to perform these operations using units of American money, weight measurements and volume
• Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions. Ability to deal with problems.
• Computer Skills Basic computer knowledge needed

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Work is performed according to specific procedures and methods, but must be able to make decisions in order to adapt to routine situations.

SUPERVISES

N/A

PAY RANGE

$17.23 - $24.98

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Benefits

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA/HSA Options
• Generous
• accruing paid time off
• Paid Parental and caregiver leave
• Career advancement and educational opportunities
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Certification Reimbursement
• Well-being Programs
• Employee Discounts
• On-Demand Pay
• Financial Education
• Annual recognition/awards events
• Partner appreciation days
• Family entertainment/attractions discount
• Community service/improvement opportunities

At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better.

As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Working Workers Over 50
• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women

For over 135 years, Mercyhealth has provided high-quality health care to residents throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. We have a passion for providing comprehensive health care close to home for area residents through our six hospitals and 85 primary and specialty care locations.

As an integrated health system, you can come to us for routine health care, like annual physicals, immunizations and preventive health screenings, as well as highly specialized care, such as neonatal intensive care, heart surgery, stroke care, neurosurgery, cancer treatment and much more. The range of Mercyhealth's specialties and the skills of our doctors, nurses and clinical staff are truly extraordinary.