Cook II PRN

Health & Hospital Corp.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Eskenazi Health in Indianapolis is seeking a Cook II to join our hospital food and nutrition services team. You will prepare high-quality meals for patients, visitors, and staff in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

If you take pride in culinary skills and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you. The role emphasizes customer service and safe food handling in a mission-driven health system.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Culinary training or certificate preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience in food service or related field.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food according to established recipes and production schedules.
• Deliver excellent customer service to patients, visitors, and staff.
• Demonstrate expertise in at least one key service area (Grill, Room Service, Catering, Café Service Line).
• Monitor and maintain proper food temperatures for safety and quality.
• Inspect food items for freshness, appearance and quality; report concerns to leadership.
• Follow food safety and sanitation standards including labeling, FIFO, hygiene and glove use.
• Complete opening and closing duties and assist team members as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Food safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary training or certificate program

Job description

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Date: Oct 5, 2026

Location: Indianapolis, IN, US, 46202

Organization: HHC

Sub-Division:Hospital

Shift:Varied (Days/Evenings)

Eskenazi Health serves as the public hospital division of the Health & Hospital Corporation of Marion County. Physicians provide a comprehensive range of primary and specialty care services at the 333-bed hospital and outpatient facilities both on and off of the Eskenazi Health downtown campus including at a network of Eskenazi Health Center sites located throughout Indianapolis.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Job Role Summary

Join Our Team and Make a Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about preparing great food and delivering exceptional service? We're looking for a dedicated Cook II to join our food and nutrition services team. In this role, you'll help create a positive dining experience for patients, visitors, and staff by preparing high-quality meals in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

If you take pride in your culinary skills, enjoy working with a team, and thrive in a customer-focused setting, we'd love to hear from you.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

What You'll Do

As a Cook II, you will:

• Prepare and serve food according to established recipes, quality standards, and production schedules.
• Deliver outstanding customer service while interacting professionally with patients, visitors, hospital staff, and fellow team members.
• Demonstrate expertise in at least one key service area, including:
  • Grill
  • Room Service
  • Catering
  • Café Service Line
• Monitor and maintain proper food temperatures to ensure food quality and safety.
• Inspect food items for freshness, appearance, and quality, reporting any concerns to leadership.
• Follow food safety and sanitation standards, including proper labeling, FIFO practices, hand hygiene, and glove use.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and in accordance with established procedures.
• Complete assigned opening and closing duties, including food preparation, stocking, cleaning, and workstation setup.
• Support overall department operations by assisting team members as needed.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Culinary training or certificate program preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience in food service, hospitality, culinary operations, or a related field.
• Strong commitment to customer service and teamwork.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven organization that positively impacts patients, families, and the community.
• Work alongside a supportive and collaborative team.
• Grow your culinary skills in a dynamic healthcare setting.
• Help create exceptional dining experiences through quality food and service.

Accredited by The Joint Commission and named as one of Indiana’s best employers by Forbes magazine for two consecutive years and the top hospital in the state for community benefit by the Lown Institute , Eskenazi Health’s programs have received national recognition while also offering new health care opportunities to the local community. As the sponsoring hospital for Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services, the city’s primary EMS provider, Eskenazi Health is also home to the first adult Level I trauma center in Indiana, the first verified adult burn center in Indiana and Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center, the first community mental health center in Indiana, just to name a few.