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adventhealth; Kansas; On-site; USD 23,308 - 37,305; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

AdventHealth is hiring a food service associate to prepare patient, retail, and catering meals following production records. You will perform advance prep, organize ingredients, and maintain a clean kitchen while adhering to health standards.

In this role you will manage inventory, support efficient service delivery, and collaborate with managers and teammates to meet daily goals. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Qualifications

• Kitchen/cooking knowledge required.
• English language ability required.
• Experience in high-volume food service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient, retail, and catering meals following production records.
• Assist with advance prep and organize ingredients for service periods.
• Maintain clean, sanitary kitchen and record temps per regulations.
• Manage inventory through labeling, dating, and rotation.
• Collaborate with managers and team to meet goals.

Skills

English communication

Cooking knowledge

Food industry know-how

Multitask under pressure

Microsoft Office

Customer service

Math skills

Creativity in cooking

Flexible scheduling

Reading/writing basics

Infection control

Confidentiality

Equipment operation

Team collaboration

Education

High School Grad or Equiv

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose‑minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Benefits and perks

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well‑being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Address

9100 W 74TH ST

SHAWNEE MISSION, Kansas 66204

Job Description

Prepare patient, retail, and catering meals by following culinary production records, including short‑order and batch cooking to ensure quality and temperature standards. Execute advance prep tasks by reviewing pull sheets and organizing ingredients for upcoming service periods and high‑volume production needs. Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment, ensuring all equipment and surfaces meet health standards and recording temperatures according to regulatory requirements. Manage inventory by sorting, labeling, dating, and rotating stock to support food safety and minimize waste. Collaborate with managers and team members to meet operational goals, communicate needs, and support efficient food service delivery. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of cooking methods [Required]
• Ability to communicate in English [Required]
• Therapeutic diet preparation knowledge [Preferred]
• Knowledge about working in the food industry [Required]
• Ability to cook precisely and efficiently. Should be able to make decisions and multi‑task under pressure [Required]
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) [Required]
• Good oral communication skills [Required]
• Excellent customer service skills [Required]
• Ability to perform basic math functions [Required]
• Creativity in food preparation and service [Required]
• Flexibility in scheduling of hours [Required]
• May be required to work overtime; weekends and holidays [Required]
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. [Required]
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance. [Required]
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two‑step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables. [Required]
• General knowledge of recipe execution and adherence along with sanitary work procedures [Required]
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety regulations [Required]
• Strong organizational skills [Required]
• Knowledge of materials and methods used in preparing food and use and care of utensils and equipment [Required]
• Knowledge of all policies, procedures, and regulations regarding patient care, safety, fire, security, and risk management [Required]
• Ability to follow standard precaution guidelines for infection control, including when providing patient care [Required]
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of organization/employee/patient/family/caregiver information [Required]
• Ability to operate standard office machines such as fax, copier, calculator, and mail machines [Required]
• Hospital or nursing home foodservice environment [Preferred]

Education

High School Grad or Equiv [Preferred]

Field of Study

N/A

Work Experience

1+ foodservice experience in a high volume culinary production capacity [Preferred]

Additional Information

Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.

Licenses and Certifications

N/A

Physical Requirements

Physical requirements details are available at https://tinyurl.com/4ew2su3y

Pay Range

$16.92 - $27.08

Equal Opportunity Employer

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti‑discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.