Cook

City of Hope; Zion (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Hope in Zion, IL is seeking a Cook to prepare quality, nutritious, attractive meals for patients and staff under specialized care. You will follow established Food and Dietetic guidelines and maintain high sanitation and personal hygiene standards.

You will also complete other daily duties as assigned by leadership, contributing to a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen environment in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Culinary Arts education preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Cook prepares quality, nutritious, attractive, and appealing food and beverage products for customers and patients under specialized care.
• Ensures food preparation aligns with established Food and Dietetic nutritional guidelines and complies with sanitation, health, and personal hygiene standards.
• Completes other daily duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Breakfast preparation

Omelets

Sautéing

Braising

Grilling

Sanitation

Organization

Time management

Customer service

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Culinary Arts education

Job description

About City of Hope

City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked among the top in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m

Position Summary

The Cook is responsible for preparing quality, nutritious, attractive, and appealing food and beverage products for customers and patients under specialized care. This position ensures food preparation aligns with established Food and Dietetic nutritional guidelines and complies with applicable sanitation, health, and personal hygiene standards. The Cook also completes other daily duties as assigned by leadership.

Minimum Job Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Culinary Arts education preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in Food and Beverage, Hospitality, or a high-volume hospital cafeteria setting preferred

License/Certification

• Certification from an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited food handler training program or obtained within 30 days of employment
• ServSafe certification preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge and ability to prepare breakfast items, including omelets, eggs, French toast, and similar menu items
• Strong knowledge of various cooking techniques, including sautéing, braising, and grilling
• Strong sanitation and organizational skills
• Ability to prepare food in a high-volume, fast-paced, customer-facing environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management
• Ability to remain flexible and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.