Healthcare Cook: High-Volume Therapeutic Diets

Mercy Hospital Of Bakersfield; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health - Mercy Hospital is seeking a Cook to prepare patient, staff, and visitor meals in a healthcare setting in Bakersfield, CA. You will follow strict food safety standards and therapeutic diet guidelines to ensure high-quality, safe meals across multiple patient diets.

The role requires experience in high-volume meal preparation, adherence to healthcare regulations, and a commitment to culinary excellence in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in preparing meals in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of state/federal food prep regulations in healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves meals according to menu and dietary needs, using standard kitchen equipment.
• Monitors food temperatures and prevents cross-contamination.
• Maintains proper labeling and storage of foods and equipment.
• Ensures sanitation and cleanliness in cooking and serving areas.

Skills

High-volume cooking

Food safety

Therapeutic diets knowledge

Hygiene standards

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Dignity Health - Mercy Hospital is seeking a Cook to prepare patient, staff, and visitor meals in a healthcare setting in Bakersfield, CA. You will follow strict food safety standards and therapeutic diet guidelines to ensure high-quality, safe meals across multiple patient diets.

The role requires experience in high-volume meal preparation, adherence to healthcare regulations, and a commitment to culinary excellence in a fast-paced hospital environment.