Cook - VacaValley Hospital (Per Diem, Variable)

NorthBay Health; Vacaville (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

Per diem differential

Benefits package

Job summary

NorthBay Health in Vacaville, CA is seeking a Cook who works under the supervision of Nutrition Services Supervisors and Manager to prepare hot foods and support tray-line production while maintaining safety and sanitation standards.

The role involves inventory and ordering responsibilities, collaboration with patients and staff, and adherence to NorthBay Health’s True North values such as Nurture/Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Two years of experience with hot food preparation in healthcare or institutional food service.
• Current Safe Food Handler’s certificate required.
• Ability to work with a variety of personalities and adapt to changing conditions.
• Knowledge of sanitation, safety and infection control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates current knowledge of hospital and department policies and procedures.
• Maintains excellent communication and interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors, physicians, employees and management.
• Maintains good attendance and punctuality by reporting to work as scheduled, utilizing the Kronos time card system, and not exceeding departmental policies.
• Follows all hospital and departmental safety policies to prevent injuries and exposures.
• Meets or exceeds organizational standards for Joint Commission, Patient Safety and the Department of Health.

Skills

Hot food production

Safety procedures

Infection control

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Kronos time card

Job description

Job Description

At NorthBay Health the Cook works under the management and supervision of the Nutrition Services Supervisors and Manager. Maintains state and federal mandated standards of safety and cleanliness while performing tasks that include but is not limited to: hot food preparation and hot food production, meal distribution within and between the healthcare facilities, sanitation of kitchen facilities and equipment, tray-line meal assembly and production, product inventory and ordering. Participates in departmental activities and in projects and programs. Responsible for inventory and ordering of products as assigned.

Primary Job Duties

• Demonstrates current knowledge of hospital and department policies and procedures.
• Maintains excellent communication and interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors, physicians, employees and management.
• Maintains a good record of attendance and punctuality by reporting to work as scheduled, utilizing the Kronos time card system as instructed, and not exceeding departmental limits contained in the policies and procedures.
• Follows all hospital and departmental safety policies to prevent injuries and exposures.
• Meets or exceeds organizational standards for Joint Commission, Patient Safety and the Department of Health.

Qualifications

Education

• High school graduate preferred.

Experience

• Two years of experience with hot food preparation and production in a healthcare or institutional food service or currently works in NB Nutrition department and has completed the Cook competency check list.

Licensure/Certification

• Current Safe Food Handler’s certificate required.

Skills

• Hot food production, ability to work with a variety of individual personalities and ability to adapt to changing conditions.
• Knowledge of sanitation, safety and infection control procedures.

Interpersonal Skills

• Demonstrates the True North values. The True North values are a set of value-based behaviors that are to be consistently demonstrated and role modeled by all employees that work at NorthBay Health. The True North values principles consist of Nurture/Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust and Hardwire Excellence.

Compensation

• Hourly Salary Range Min $28.38- Max $34.46 (Offered hourly rate based on years of experience)
• 10% per diem differential included in salary range
• Plus, Generous Shift Differentials

About Us

Interpersonal Skills and Values

Demonstrates NorthBay Health’s True North Values: Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence. These values guide behavior, accountability, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care.

Why NorthBay Health

NorthBay Health is an independent, nonprofit health system serving the Napa, Solano, and Yolo County regions. We are expanding access to care across our communities through two acute-care hospitals, including a Level II Trauma Center and a Level III NICU maternity unit, along with a cancer center, urgent care locations, and a growing network of primary and specialty care clinics. We provide advanced services in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, orthopedics, surgery, and outpatient specialties. NorthBay Health is nationally recognized for quality care, including Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing and multiple U.S. News and World Report high performing recognitions. We are committed to being the trusted healthcare partner of choice and offer an environment where employees can grow, contribute meaningfully, and support the health of our communities.

NorthBay Health Benefits Options

NorthBay Health offers a comprehensive benefits package based on established eligibility requirements. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life, disability, and long-term care coverage, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, education reimbursement for eligible roles, professional development and training programs, Employee Assistance Program, wellness programs, recognition programs, shift differentials, and market-based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance.

Compensation Structure

NorthBay Health uses a structured compensation framework. Staff-level positions use a step-based system (Steps 1–5) based on years of directly related experience, with Step 5 representing 20 or more years of experience in the role. Manager level and above positions are paid a fixed annual base salary and are eligible for a variable incentive compensation plan. Physician compensation is structured based on specialty and role requirements.

Remote Work Disclosure

NorthBay Health is primarily an onsite organization due to the nature of healthcare. Some roles may allow hybrid or remote work based on business needs. Remote work is not supported in Washington, Ohio, Wyoming, North Dakota, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or outside of the United States.

Notice to Recruitment Agencies

NorthBay Health utilizes a managed service provider (MSP) for agency partnerships and is not currently engaging external recruiting firms outside of established agreements. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or third-party candidate submissions. Please do not contact NorthBay Health employees, leaders, physicians, or hiring managers regarding recruitment or job postings.

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