Hospital Cook: Fresh, Nutritious On-Site Meals

University of Rochester; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Highland Hospital in Charleston, WV is seeking a Cook for Acute care to prepare and serve nutritious meals for patients, staff, and visitors. You will follow approved menus, monitor temperatures, and ensure safe handling of all foods in a hospital setting.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent with 2+ years in institutional food service and SERV Safe certification. On-site position with a focus on quality, safety, and patient satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two or more years of experience in hospital or institutional food service.
• SERV Safe or similar food safety certification required.

Responsibilities

• Plans and prepares foods per facility policies and recipes.
• Monitors temperatures and maintains daily logs.
• Sets up steam tables and labels foods for modifications.
• Directs staff in meal preparation and serving.
• Ensures proper sanitation and cleanliness of kitchen areas.
• Performs inventory and stock rotation.

Skills

Two or more years experience in food

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

SERV Safe Certification or similar

Job description

Highland Hospital in Charleston, WV is seeking a Cook for Acute care to prepare and serve nutritious meals for patients, staff, and visitors. You will follow approved menus, monitor temperatures, and ensure safe handling of all foods in a hospital setting.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent with 2+ years in institutional food service and SERV Safe certification. On-site position with a focus on quality, safety, and patient satisfaction.