Cook I - Riley - Full time Days

Riley Children's Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health in Indianapolis is seeking a hospital food service worker to perform supervised food preparation tasks, including regular and therapeutic diets. You will apply foundational cooking techniques, operate kitchen equipment, and maintain a clean workspace during a Monday–Friday 8:00 am to 3:30 pm schedule.

No prior experience is required, though food service experience is preferred. You must be able to lift up to 35 lbs and wear protective gear as required by regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• No experience required; prior food service experience is preferred.
• Must be able to operate kitchen equipment.
• Ability to wear protective gear per regulations.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Operate kitchen equipment

Protective equipment use

Climb ladders

Physical requirements

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Hours are Monday - Friday 8am-3:30pm

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 work space.

• 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.

Overview

Hours are Monday - Friday 8am-3:30pm

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 work space.

• 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.