Cook 1

Mercy Health System Corporation; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a cook to prepare menu items from scratch, cook to order, and ensure meals are plated appealingly. The role requires reading recipes, maintaining temperature logs, and adhering to safety standards. A strong emphasis on teamwork and customer service is noted.

The position invites candidates with a high school diploma and culinary training, plus 1–2 years of related experience. Mercyhealth values professional growth and offers competitive pay and benefits.

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.
• State Food Safety Sanitation Certification required within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Determines food items and prepares them for service.
• Is able to prepare food from scratch that is appetizing and appealing.
• Execute culinary knife skills.
• Reads and follows standardized recipes.
• Cooks and/or prepares food in quantities according to menu and number of persons.
• Cooks to order.
• Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently.
• Maintains proper food temperature logs.
• Portions and dishes food on plate according to diet ticket.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary program preferred

One year experience as a cook

Two years experience in food service

Job description

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

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.

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 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