Hospital Cook

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center; Greendale (WI); On-site; USD 22,937 - 27,276; Full time

Job summary

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center in Greendale offers a full-time position for a cook. Responsibilities include meal preparation, maintaining food safety standards, and providing excellent service to patients and staff. Candidates should have 2+ years of cooking experience in a hospital or similar setting.

The position requires working rotating shifts totaling 40 hours per week with a pay range of $16.65 to $19.80 per hour. This role is committed to creating a respectful environment for all employees.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of cooking experience in a hospital or similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals using recipes and proper cooking techniques.
• Review menus and production sheets to plan meals.
• Follow food safety and cleanliness standards.
• Provide friendly service to patients and staff.
• Follow workplace safety guidelines.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety practices

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Schedule

Available to work between 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Every other weekend and every other holiday is required. You will be scheduled for 8.5‑hour shifts. Example shift times: 10:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m., 10:45 a.m. – 7:15 p.m., 12:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Cooking & Food Prep: Prepare meals using recipes and proper cooking techniques. Use kitchen equipment (mixers, slicers, ovens, etc.) to prepare food. Cook a variety of foods (bake, grill, fry, steam, etc.). Taste and adjust food to ensure quality and flavor. Portion meals correctly for patients and guests.
• Planning & Preparation: Review menus and production sheets to plan meals. Prepare ingredients (wash, cut, season, etc.) to ensure food is ready on time for service.
• Food Safety & Sanitation: Follow all food safety and cleanliness standards. Maintain proper food temperatures and storage. Follow Department of Health and infection control guidelines. Keep work areas clean and organized.
• Customer Service: Provide friendly, respectful service to patients, staff, and visitors. Follow CARES service standards.
• Safety & Compliance: Follow all workplace safety guidelines. Report any safety concerns. Attend required training and in‑services.

Job Qualifications

• 2+ years of cooking experience in a hospital, nursing home, or similar setting.
• Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent.

Location

Burnet Campus

Schedule & Hours

Full time, rotating shift. 40 hours per week.

Compensation

Annualized pay range: $16.65 – $19.80 per hour.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected characteristic.

Veteran/Disability Accommodation

We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.