Culinary Specialist: Patient Dining & Café

St. Charles Health System Inc.; Bend, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Charles Health System is seeking a Cook 3 to prepare foods for patient room service and cafe, following standardized recipes and policies. The role emphasizes safe production, portion control, and adherence to health codes in a fast-paced hospital environment.

The ideal candidate will have 4 years of culinary experience or equivalent education, strong organization, and effective communication skills to support a high-quality food program for patients and guests.

Qualifications

• Requires strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Interpersonal and collaborative skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare foods for patient room service and café according to recipes.
• Maintain safe and sanitary kitchen and equipment environments.
• Monitor inventory and assist in controlling food costs.
• Stage mis en place and set up breakfast, lunch, and dinner lines.
• Ensure proper labeling, dating and storage of perishables.

Education

Associate’s degree in culinary field

Culinary certificate

Job description

St. Charles Health System is seeking a Cook 3 to prepare foods for patient room service and cafe, following standardized recipes and policies. The role emphasizes safe production, portion control, and adherence to health codes in a fast-paced hospital environment.

The ideal candidate will have 4 years of culinary experience or equivalent education, strong organization, and effective communication skills to support a high-quality food program for patients and guests.