Cook, Hospital

Trinity Health; Minot (ND); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a skilled Cook to support high-quality meal production for patients, residents, visitors, and staff in a hospital setting. You will prepare menu items per recipes, therapeutic diets, and safety standards while maintaining sanitation, proper food handling, and regulatory compliance.

You'll contribute to efficient kitchen operations by assisting with inventory, equipment care, and daily organization, while collaborating with a nutrition services team to ensure timely and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety standards and sanitation.
• Ability to work independently and with coworkers.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items according to established recipes, production sheets, and diet specifications.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection control protocols.
• Operate, clean, and maintain kitchen equipment safely.
• Assist with inventory rotation, supply stocking, and monitoring food quantities.
• Coordinate meal preparation timelines to ensure food is ready for service on schedule.
• Support communication and teamwork within the Nutrition Services department, providing guidance or leadership in the absence of supervisors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Independence

Job description

Position Summary

The Cook works under the supervision of the Director of Nutrition Services and department supervisors to support high-quality meal production for patients, residents, visitors, and staff. This role prepares menu items according to established recipes, therapeutic diet requirements, and food safety standards while maintaining strict adherence to sanitation, food handling, and regulatory guidelines. As part of a collaborative nutrition services team, the Cook contributes to efficient kitchen operations by assisting with inventory monitoring, equipment care, and daily kitchen organization. Strong attention to detail, the ability to work both independently and alongside coworkers, and effective time management are essential in this fast-paced food service environment focused on consistent, reliable service.

Position Summary

The Cook works under the supervision of the Director of Nutrition Services and department supervisors to support high-quality meal production for patients, residents, visitors, and staff. This role prepares menu items according to established recipes, therapeutic diet requirements, and food safety standards while maintaining strict adherence to sanitation, food handling, and regulatory guidelines. As part of a collaborative nutrition services team, the Cook contributes to efficient kitchen operations by assisting with inventory monitoring, equipment care, and daily kitchen organization. Strong attention to detail, the ability to work both independently and alongside coworkers, and effective time management are essential in this fast-paced food service environment focused on consistent, reliable service.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items according to standardized recipes, production sheets, and therapeutic diet specifications while ensuring consistency, quality, and portion control.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection control protocols, including proper food handling, storage, labeling, and temperature monitoring.
• Operate, clean, and maintain kitchen equipment safely and effectively, reporting any malfunctions or hazards to supervisory staff.
• Assist with inventory rotation, supply stocking, and monitoring food quantities to support accurate ordering and minimize waste.
• Coordinate meal preparation timelines to ensure food is ready for service on schedule and assist in resolving any issues that may disrupt workflow.
• Support communication and teamwork within the Nutrition Services department, providing guidance or leadership in the absence of supervisors as needed.