Cook, PRN

Ernest Health; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Cook to enhance patient care through nutritious meal preparation. This role involves creating menus, ensuring food safety, and collaborating with a passionate team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of patient diets and food handling standards. Join a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, and be part of a mission-driven organization that prioritizes employee recognition and wellness.

Benefits

Wellness Programs

Employee Recognition Programs

Engagement Surveys

Qualifications

• Food Handlers License required.
• Knowledge of safe food handling and patient diets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare healthy food for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Create menus and order supplies for the hospital kitchen.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Food Handling Knowledge

Knowledge of Patient Diets

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Overview

At Summa Rehabilitation Hospital, we are passionate about patient care! Our 60-bed hospital provides inpatient rehabilitative services to patients recovering from disabilities caused by injuries, illnesses, or chronic medical conditions.

We are seeking a Cook to join our team of passionate patient caregivers. As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs aimed at enhancing the employee experience, recognizing achievements, and encouraging feedback through platforms like "My Ernest Journey" and our Engagement Survey, which operate under the principle "You Spoke, We Listened".

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; equivalent in education or experience required.
• Food Handlers License required.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of patient diets, safe food handling, and use of the Nutritional Care Manual.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards.
• Ability to work professionally with others and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

Responsible for preparing healthy food for patients, staff, and visitors, ensuring safety standards are met. Creates menus, orders supplies for the hospital kitchen and cafeteria, and integrates the hospital’s mission and guiding principles into daily practice.

Additional Details

• Job Industries: Food & Restaurant
• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care