Cook - Hospital Dietary

milebluff; Mauston (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mile Bluff Medical Center in Mauston, WI is seeking a full-time Cook to prepare meals for residents and guests in a busy healthcare kitchen. The role follows established menus, recipes, and dietary guidelines, ensuring safe handling and sanitation.

The Cook will work 11:00am–7:30pm with every-other weekend rotations and holiday coverage, supporting daily food service operations and kitchen cleanliness. ServSafe certification is required within two months of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• ServSafe certification required or must be obtained within two months of hire.
• Minimum of one year of related food service, cooking, or kitchen experience preferred.
• Healthcare/long-term care kitchen experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast, lunch, and other meals according to menus and dietary needs.
• Assist dining room and meal service areas for scheduled meals.
• Serve meals and trays with correct portions and dietary requirements.
• Portion and package food per guidelines and elder nutrition program rules.

Skills

Food safety

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reading recipes

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ServSafe Certification

Job description

General Information:

Job title: Cook

Location: Mile Bluff Medical Center - Mauston, WI

Schedule: Full-time, 80 hours per pay period; 11:00am - 7:30pm

Weekend rotation: Every other weekend

Holiday rotation: Holiday rotation

Position Summary:

The Cook is responsible for preparing meals for residents and guests while following established menus, recipes, portion guidelines, and individual dietary requirements. This role supports daily food service operations by preparing meals in larger quantities, assisting with meal service, maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment, and ensuring food is handled safely and appropriately.

Position Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook breakfast, lunch, and other assigned meal items according to established menus, recipes, and resident dietary needs.
• Assist with preparing the dining room and meal service areas for scheduled meals.
• Serve meals, beverages, and meal trays to residents while ensuring appropriate portions and dietary requirements are followed.
• Portion and package food according to nursing home guidelines and elder nutrition program requirements.
• Prepare designated food items for distribution or pickup by the nutrition center.
• Receive food and supply deliveries and properly store products in the appropriate locations.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, food preparation, and dining areas throughout the shift.
• Wash dishes, utensils, cookware, and other food service equipment.
• Complete routine kitchen sanitation tasks, including cleaning appliances and preparation surfaces, emptying garbage, and checking or recalibrating thermometers as needed.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention practices at all times.
• Assist with additional dietary or food service responsibilities as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one year of related food service, cooking, or kitchen experience required.
• ServSafe certification required or must be obtained within two months of hire.
• Previous experience in healthcare, senior living, long-term care, or a similar setting preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete work accurately.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Comfortable using computers and basic electronic systems required for the position.
• Ability to read, understand, and prepare food using large-quantity recipes.
• Knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and safe operating practices.
• General understanding of food sanitation requirements, proper food handling, and specialized diets.
• Ability to organize tasks and work independently in a fast-paced food service environment.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to identify problems and respond appropriately to changing meal service needs.