Hospital Cook

Prime Healthcare; Leavenworth (IN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

Employer 401K options

Tuition reimbursement options

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Hospital Cook to join Saint John Hospital in Leavenworth, KS. The Cook will work in the hospital cafeteria preparing meals for staff, patients, and visitors, ensuring dietary requirements and safety standards are met.

You will collaborate with dietitians to create menus, manage inventory, and maintain a clean, compliant kitchen. Full-time, day shifts from 8:30am to 7pm with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years experience in food service, preferably in institutional setting.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets desired.
• County-specific Food Handlers certification required upon hire and maintained current.

Responsibilities

• Cook meals according to recipes, portion sizes, and nutritional guidelines provided by dietitians
• Prepare specialized diets for patients with specific medical or dietary needs
• Collaborate with dietitians and food service managers to develop menus that are balanced, appealing, and compliant with hospital policies and patient requirements
• Follow strict sanitation guidelines to prevent contamination and ensure food safety
• Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas
• Monitor inventory and order ingredients to ensure an adequate supply of fresh and necessary items
• Properly store food to maintain quality and comply with health regulations

Job description

Overview

Shifts Available: Days

Employment Type: Full-time

Hours: 8:30am to 7pm

Location: Saint John Hospital – Leavenworth, KS

We are seeking a Hospital Cook, sometimes referred to as our Food Service Cook. The Hospital Cook will work in our hospital cafeteria, responsible for preparing meals to staff, patients, and visitors while ensuring they meet dietary requirements and safety standards. The Food Service Cook will collaborate with dietitians to create menus, manage inventory, and maintain a clean, compliant kitchen environment. Their role is vital in supporting patient health and satisfaction through nutritious, well-prepared meals.

Responsibilities

If you have experience as a Cook in a healthcare setting / healthcare hospitality you are encouraged to apply!

• Cook meals according to recipes, portion sizes, and nutritional guidelines provided by dietitians

• Prepare specialized diets for patients with specific medical or dietary needs, such as low-sodium, diabetic-friendly, or pureed foods

• Collaborate with dietitians and food service managers to develop menus that are balanced, appealing, and compliant with hospital policies and patient requirements

• Follow strict sanitation guidelines to prevent contamination and ensure food safety

• Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas

• Monitor inventory and order ingredients to ensure an adequate supply of fresh and necessary items

• Properly store food to maintain quality and comply with health regulations

Qualifications

• Two (2) years experience in food service with commercial, institutional cooking experience preferred.

• Knowledge of therapeutic diets desired.

County Specific requirement

• County Specific Food Handlers certification required upon hire and maintained current.

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options

• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options

• Employer 401K options

• Tuition reimbursement options

• Life, disability, and other insurance options

• Many other amazing benefits

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf