Full-Time Hot Cook — Rotating Shifts, Quality, Safe Meals

Life in Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Mercy is hiring a Full Time Hot Cook to support the Dietary and Cafeteria department. The role requires 40 hours per week with rotating weekends and holidays across several early shifts. You will prepare high-quality hot foods, follow recipes, and ensure safe, sanitary operations in a hospital setting.

Qualified candidates should have HS Diploma/GED or 1 year of food service experience. Licensure and safety certifications may be required as applicable. UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required or equivalent experience.
• Experience in food service preferred but not required if other qualifications met.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality hot foods following recipes and production sheets.
• Complete in-advance prep for next day’s service.
• Monitor food usage to meet expected volume during service.
• Adhere to safe food handling procedures at all times.
• Maintain a clean, inspection-ready work area and equipment.
• Follow SDS guidelines and store chemicals away from food areas.
• Provide courteous, helpful customer service daily.
• Record and refrigerate leftovers per health department guidelines.

Skills

Food service experience

Food preparation

Sanitation practices

Customer service

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

UPMC Mercy is hiring a Full Time Hot Cook to support the Dietary and Cafeteria department. The role requires 40 hours per week with rotating weekends and holidays across several early shifts. You will prepare high-quality hot foods, follow recipes, and ensure safe, sanitary operations in a hospital setting.

Qualified candidates should have HS Diploma/GED or 1 year of food service experience. Licensure and safety certifications may be required as applicable. UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.