Cook - Full Time

Dayton Children's Hospital; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a dedicated Cook for their CulinAIRY Kitchen. This full-time role involves preparing food made to order, ensuring safe handling practices, and providing an exceptional dining experience for patients. The ideal candidate will have strong teamwork skills, the ability to multitask, and a passion for culinary arts. Join a supportive environment where your contributions directly impact patient satisfaction and well-being. If you have a knack for cooking and a commitment to quality, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of kitchen experience required.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and handle food safely.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food made to order in front of customers.
• Ensure proper portion sizes and safe food handling practices.

Skills

Food Preparation

Safe Food Handling

Teamwork

Knife Skills

Recipe Following

Customer Interaction

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

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Job Details

The CulinAIRY Kitchen cook prepares food made to order in front of the customer. Proper eye contact, facial expression, and ability to answer questions about the food being prepared are essential. The Cook must demonstrate safe food handling practices, prepare and serve proper portion sizes, and be able to multitask. Teamwork is expected.

Facility

Behavioral Health Center - Dayton

Department

Dietetics & Nutrition

Schedule

Full time

Hours

40

Additional Responsibilities

• The Patient Foods cook prepares patient food on demand according to the patient’s wishes within the limits of their diet order. Following recipes and instructions with high accuracy is essential, as any variation may impact health. Knowledge of food allergies is required. The Cook works as part of a team with the Room Service Hostess and Runner to ensure a positive meal experience. Ability to work with minimal supervision is essential.
• The Production Cook prepares large quantities of food following recipes. Proper knife skills and timely judgment/decisions are necessary. The ability to read and follow new recipes, taste food, and suggest adjustments is important. Proper presentation of the finished product is a priority.

Education

GED/High School diploma preferred

Experience

1-2 years kitchen experience

Education Requirements

GED or High School diploma

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare