Dietary Cook

Melissa Memorial Hospital; Holyoke (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employer paid Medical (Employee)

Dental and Vision insurance

Retirement plans with employer match

Gym membership discount

PTO, Paid Sick Time

Continuing Education Benefits

Job summary

Melissa Memorial Hospital in Holyoke, CO is seeking a Dietary Cook to prepare meals for patients, employees, and visitors. You will follow menus, use standardized recipes, and uphold food safety, cleanliness, and portion control standards.

The role includes day shifts with rotating weekends, requires a high school diploma, and emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and a patient‑centered service mindset in a rural hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Food service experience preferred but not required.
• Basic knowledge of equipment operation and simple food preparation.
• Commitment to cleanliness, sanitation, and quality service.

Responsibilities

• Read menus and diet cards to correctly prepare patient trays.
• Cook food according to the menu and the number of people being served.
• Coordinate food preparation and serving times.
• Record food temperatures and any required menu substitutions.
• Use standardized recipes and portion control to minimize waste.
• Deliver meal trays to patients when necessary.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Reading menus

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Melissa Memorial Hospital - HOLYOKE, CO 80734, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $16.00 - $17.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Day.

JOB SUMMARY: The Dietary Cook performs food preparation and food service duties for hospital patients, employees, and visitors. This position is responsible for maintaining high standards of quality, cleanliness, and food safety, as well as preparing appropriate quantities of food according to established menus.

The Dietary Cook also performs cleaning and sanitizing duties for utensils, equipment, and work areas, including floors, refrigerators, stoves, pots, and service carts. The position may prepare and assemble meal trays for various diets, deliver food to patient care areas, and assist with collecting trays and utensils.

This position will learn and work both shifts:

• Morning Shift: 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• Afternoon Shift: 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• Includes rotating weekends.

*In addition to the responsibilities described above, the role may include other responsibilities and duties as assigned on occasion, based upon MMH needs or requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Maintain departmental policies, procedures, and safety and quality standards.
• Read menus and diet cards to correctly prepare patient trays.
• Cook food according to the menu and the number of people being served.
• Coordinate food preparation and serving times.
• Record food temperatures and any required menu substitutions.
• Use standardized recipes and portion control to minimize waste.
• Operate the dishwasher and maintain clean utensils and equipment.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, tables, ovens, and utensils.
• Deliver meal trays to patients when necessary.
• Record patient food intake.
• Handle lunch ticket sales according to established policies.
• Provide friendly and courteous service to cafeteria customers and visitors.
• Participate in required training sessions and meetings.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Review and respond to work-related emails and communications.

COMPETENCIES:

• Support MMH's mission and vision.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, respect, and flexibility.
• Identify problems and propose solutions.
• Employees of Melissa Memorial Hospital strive to uphold the organization's mission, vision, and values by providing people-centered service focused on excellence.

Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Food service experience preferred but not required.
• Basic knowledge of equipment operation and simple food preparation.
• Commitment to cleanliness, sanitation, and quality service.

Technical Skills:

• Basic computer and calculator skills.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.

Communication Skills:

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to problem-solve and communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and coworkers.

Work Environment:

• Computer
• Dishwasher
• Ovens
• Kitchen utensils
• Steam tables
• Portion control tools

"This position will remain open until filled; however, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis."

WHY WORK AT MELISSA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL?

• Core Values: Integrity, Passion, Service, Collaboration, Ownership, Courage drive us.
• Mission: “Compassionate care, nurturing trust.”,Tagline: “Seek Health. Live Well.”
• Eastern Plains Heart: A tight-knit team delivering impactful care.
• Balance: Work-life support plus the tools to excel in your current role and help you grow!

WHAT WE OFFER:

• 100% Employer paid Medical (Employee Only)
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Retirement Plans, with up to 3% employer match
• Voluntary Group Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym Membership Discount
• PTO, Paid Sick Time
• Continuing Education Benefits
• FSA
• MASA Insurance
• Eligibility for Student Loan Repayment

MELISSA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL:

Melissa Memorial Hospital is a 15-bed critical access hospital, located in Holyoke, Colorado. While being “rural” we are equipped for any situation. It is a model rural hospital with 1 operating room, surgical procedure room, 4 bay emergency room, and radiology including 64-slice CT scanner and mammography, MRI, ECHO, and Nuclear Medicine, along with other ancillary services. The hospital is co-located with a family practice clinic and retail pharmacy services. Other services include chemotherapy, general & orthopedic surgery, podiatry, cardiology, orthopedic surgery, progressive rehab services, and wound care. MMH operates a full-time EMS service and maintains a 24/7 AirLife Helicopter base.

THE COMMUNITY:

Holyoke is home to the Holyoke Dragons and is truly a “City of Pride and Progress.” Holyoke offers: From different coffee shops to different ethnic flavors, to a quick bite, the sweet small town of Holyoke has a handful of different restaurant options to choose from. Holyoke is based in Phillips County where there are four different rural towns in the county with two schools in the county. Holyoke, Amherst. Paoli, and Haxtun are all within the same county. Holyoke homes a historical museum with different artifacts of what has built Holyoke today. You will see the fields turn different colors throughout different seasons. Your wheat, corn, alfalfa, are some of the few cultivating growths that you will see around your area! If you enjoy hunting, there are plenty of opportunities for a good catch. You will discover that you can see the most beautiful sunsets and the clearest starry nights out in the rural areas. Come take a look at our beautiful little town in the Northeastern corner of Colorado.

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Melissa Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.