Cook - Full Time - 1st Shift

Dayton Children's; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dayton Children's is hiring a Production Cook to prepare large quantities of food per recipes, demonstrating knife skills and the ability to read and follow new recipes. The role requires timely decisions, tasting and adjusting flavors, and ensuring proper presentation of final dishes.

Shift runs 5:30AM–2:00PM on weekdays with varying weekend hours; every other weekend and holidays may apply. Dayton Children's emphasizes safety, compassion, and teamwork in a fast-paced pediatric setting.

Qualifications

• Knife skills required.
• Ability to read and follow recipes.
• Willingness to taste and adjust dishes as needed.
• Strong judgment and decision-making at pace.

Responsibilities

• Prepare large quantities of food following recipes with proper presentation.
• Maintain timely execution and quality standards during production.

Skills

Knife skills

Recipe reading

Taste adjustments

Decision making

Job description

Facility and Schedule

Facility: Dayton Children's - Main Campus Department: Food Services Schedule: Full time Hours: 40

Job Details

Job Details: The Production Cook prepares large quantities of food following a recipe. Proper knife skills and the ability to make timely judgments/decisions must be demonstrated. The Production Cook must have the ability to read a new recipe and follow the instructions and have the willingness to taste the food and suggest adjustments as needed. Proper presentation of the finished product is a priority.

Department Specific Job Details:

Shift: 5:30AM - 2:00PM weekdays. Weekend hours vary. Every other weekend and holiday.

Company Philosophy

At Dayton Children's, we believe that each moment counts with our patients, families, and with each other. We are moving at a fast pace and are looking for the right talent for our team at Dayton Children's. We want people who embody our values and want to become a part of the Dayton Children's difference.

Our values:

• We commit to safety - We ensure every action and decision prioritizes the safety of patients, families, and employees.
• We serve with compassion - We bring generosity, empathy, and kindness to all interactions.
• We own every moment - We take pride in everything we do.
• We’re better together - We collaborate, communicate, and support one another to deliver optimal care.
• We innovate with purpose - We adapt and change to improve pediatric care, for today and tomorrow.
• We value and respect each person - We create an inclusive space where everyone feels welcome and respected.

Dayton Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or based on age, color, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or transgender status.