Cook I - Day Shift

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a dedicated team member for the Nutrition Services Production-Patient Kitchen at IU Health Methodist Hospital. The role involves preparing meals, including regular and therapeutic diets, and maintaining a clean, organized workstation using foundational cooking techniques.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent (preferred) with no prior experience required, though food service experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• No experience required; food service experience preferred.
• Must be able to operate kitchen equipment and wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals including regular and therapeutic diets.
• Operate kitchen equipment and maintain clean workspace.
• Follow safety and health regulations.

Skills

Food prep

Food safety

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Position Details:

Status: Full-Time, 40 hours per week.

Schedule: 4:30 AM - 1:00 PM. Rotating weekends and holidays required.

Location: IU Health Methodist Hospital

Department: Nutrition Services (Production-Patient Kitchen)

Position Summary:

Performs supervised tasks related to the preparation of food. Meal preparations include regular and therapeutic diets. Utilizes foundational skills of basic cooking techniques, operates kitchen equipment and maintains a clean and organized workspace.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience is preferred.
• No experience is required. Prior food service experience is preferred.
• Requires the ability to operate kitchen equipment.
• Must be able to wear protective equipment/clothing required by the environment or government regulations such as gowns, gloves, goggles, rubber-soled closed-toe footwear, etc.
• Requires adherence to local health regulations and safety requirements to produce safe food for consumption.
• Requires the ability to climb ladders.
• Physical requirements to include: reaching, standing for long periods of time, squatting, bending, carrying and/or lifting supplies and equipment weighing 35 lbs. or more, up to 80% of the time.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.