Healthcare Kitchen Cook - Weekend Shifts & Nutrition

Acadia Healthcare; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Capitol Park is seeking a dependable and experienced Cook to join our Dietary Services team in a healthcare setting. This role works Saturdays and Sundays from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., plus one additional weekday shift each week.

The Cook prepares meals, upholds food safety standards, and supports a positive dining experience for patients and staff. Strong organization, reliability and ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Additional education or training in the culinary field preferred.
• Two or more years’ experience in food service role in preparing food for institutions, such as school, hospital or cafeteria preferred.
• ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification, where required by the state, facility.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food according to approved menus.
• Direct activities of workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
• Clean and inspect equipment, kitchen appliances and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
• Take inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Work with Food Service leadership or Dietitian to ensure menus are varied, nutritionally balanced and appetizing.
• Perform and coordinate food production, cleaning, maintenance, and inventory control activities.
• Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, quality standards, cost parameters, and appropriate regulatory requirements.

Skills

Previous cooking or food service

Food safety and sanitation

Team-oriented work

Reliable attendance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary education or training preferred

Job description

Capitol Park is seeking a dependable and experienced Cook to join our Dietary Services team in a healthcare setting. This role works Saturdays and Sundays from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., plus one additional weekday shift each week.

The Cook prepares meals, upholds food safety standards, and supports a positive dining experience for patients and staff. Strong organization, reliability and ability to work independently are essential.