Hospital Cook II – Patient-First Kitchen & Tray Line

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Palos Heights (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Cook II to support the Food and Nutrition Team in a hospital setting. The role involves preparing hot items, following approved recipes, and ensuring food safety and quality for patients, staff, and catering events.

The position emphasizes knife skills, HACCP practices, and collaborating with culinary leadership to maintain kitchen operations and schedule efficiency.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; or 1 year relevant experience in cooking, production, or food service.
• Successful completion of Safe Food Handler certification within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Measures, mixes, and prepares ingredients according to approved recipes.
• Cooks meats, fish, and fowl safely in various methods.
• Maintains kitchen/station in a safe and organized manner.

Skills

Knife skills

Special diets knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Safe Food Handler certification

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Cook II to support the Food and Nutrition Team in a hospital setting. The role involves preparing hot items, following approved recipes, and ensuring food safety and quality for patients, staff, and catering events.

The position emphasizes knife skills, HACCP practices, and collaborating with culinary leadership to maintain kitchen operations and schedule efficiency.