Cook (Per Diem)

North Country Healthcare; Berlin (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

North Country Healthcare, Inc. seeks a Cook to complete all essential functions, assist the Lead Cook, and prepare food for staff and patients in a hospital setting. You will handle regular and modified diets following dietary standards and hospital policies.

The role offers hourly pay ranging from $20.05 to $27.08, with final compensation based on experience, skills, and ServSafe certification. Join a team dedicated to delivering high-quality dietary services to patients across shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED with special training in dietetics and food service preferred.
• Knowledge of kitchen operation, dietary procedures, and departmental policies.
• ServSafe Certification required within 6 months of hire; ability to read Dietary Manual and prepare special diets under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Complete all essential functions of the Cook position.
• Assist Lead Cook with meal preparation for staff and patients.
• Prepare and serve regular and modified diets according to federal, state, and corporate standards.
• Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.

Skills

Kitchen operations knowledge

Dietary procedures reading

English proficiency

Education

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Position Summary

To complete all essential functions of the Cook position and to assist Lead Cook with preparation of food for staff and patients. To handle, prepare and serve regular and modified diets in accordance with applicable federal, state and corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures to patients of all ages and hospital personnel.

The anticipated hourly range for this position is $20.05/hr - $25.07/hr - $27.08/hr. Final compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's applicable experience, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent GED with special training in dietetics and food service preferred.
• Knowledgeable regarding kitchen operation, Dietary personnel job procedures, and departmental policies and procedures.
• Must know how to read Dietary Manual and how to fill out special diets under supervision of Registered Dietitian and/or Manager of Food & Nutrition Services.
• ServSafe Certification Required (must be obtained within 6 months of hire).
• English speaking and writing skills preferred.

About AVH

The major strength of Androscoggin Valley Hospital (AVH) is found in its wide network of specialists who provide care throughout Coos and portions of Carroll County, NH. With wide-ranging specialties including, but not limited to, Audiology, Urology, Ear, Nose, Throat/Allergy, OB/GYN, Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, and General Surgery, a number of our providers travel to multiple North Country locations, providing a seamless and convenient patient experience. A 25-bed critical access hospital, AVH also offers state-of-the-art Imaging technology: Mammography, CT Scan, Ultrasound, and MRI all received Gold Seal Accreditation from the American College of Radiology. AVH proudly offers a full complement of Physical Therapy services (Inpatient, Outpatient, and off-site) as well as Occupational Therapy (Inpatient and Outpatient.) The close relationship that AVH enjoys with Coos County Family Health Services yields multiple off-site Laboratory locations within their primary care clinics. Named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital by iVantage numerous times, the providers, nurses, staff, and volunteers work tirelessly to personify the Hospital’s Mission to Deliver the Best Healthcare Experience to Every Patient, Every Day.

About North Country Healthcare (NCH)

North Country Healthcare is a non-profit affiliation of four medical facilities, Androscoggin Valley Hospital, North Country Home Health & Hospice Agency, Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital, and Weeks Medical Center, located in the White Mountains Region of New Hampshire. NCH includes numerous physicians and medical providers at multiple locations. This leading comprehensive healthcare network which employs hundreds of highly-trained individuals delivers integrated patient care through three community hospitals, specialty clinics, and home health and hospice services. NCH remains committed to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

North Country Healthcare is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Human Resources department at the affiliate to which you are applying.

Please Note:

All new hires are required to attend a mandatory three-day orientation at Weeks Medical Center in Lancaster, NH. This orientation provides essential training, compliance information, and an introduction to our organizational culture to ensure a smooth and successful transition into your role. Attendance on all three days is required for onboarding completion.

Additionally, if Weeks Medical Center is not your designated home base, you will be eligible for travel reimbursement in accordance with our standard travel policy.