Hospital Cook - Day Shift, Nutrition Services

Day Kimball Health; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Educational Assistance & Student Loan

Job summary

Day Kimball Health in Putnam, CT is seeking a Cook to join our Nutritional Services Department. You will prepare meals for hospital patients, employees, and catering events, while maintaining sanitation and following HACCP guidelines.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, prior food service experience, and HACCP certification within six months of hire. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Technical or related food service training preferred.
• HACCP certification or equivalent necessary within six months from date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs a wide variety of preparation and cooking duties for hospital meals and catering.
• Cleans and sanitizes all work areas, equipment, and storage areas.
• Maintains and sets up work area; restocks items as needed.
• Assists in tray line service and setup for patient meals.
• Assists in planning food item needs to meet menu requirements.

Skills

Food safety

Sanitation

Reading recipes

Measuring & math

Communication

Teamwork

Food prep & cooking

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Food service training

HACCP certification within 6 months

Tools

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Day Kimball Health in Putnam, CT is seeking a Cook to join our Nutritional Services Department. You will prepare meals for hospital patients, employees, and catering events, while maintaining sanitation and following HACCP guidelines.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, prior food service experience, and HACCP certification within six months of hire. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered in a supportive team environment.