Hospital Cook: Nourish Patients, Support Care Team

Community Health Network; Anderson (IN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Network in Indiana is seeking a reliable Cook to maintain strong food production standards in a hospital setting. You will prepare and cook a variety of foods, follow the daily menu, and work closely with supervisors to adjust meals as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, prior food service experience, and the ability to read recipes, perform basic arithmetic, and operate standard kitchen equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Experience in food services as a cook.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English; must be able to read and comprehend recipes.
• Must be able to use simple arithmetic and keep simple records.
• Must be able to use simple office machines, meat slicers, mixers, steamers, and other institutional cooking equipment.
• Must be able to perform several tasks (assembling trays, reading menus, etc.) at the same time.
• Ability to handle high stressed situations.
• Ability to produce products with last minute notice and be successful.
• Ability to follow instruction and acceptance of guidance.

Responsibilities

• The Cook is responsible for maintaining principles of proper food production and other related activities.
• Responsible for the preparation and cooking of foods, such as meats, soups, sauces, gravies, starch, entrees, vegetables, and special orders.
• Responsible for seeing that food is prepared according to menu.
• Confers with supervisors as to the use of leftovers, and menu changes.
• Maintains high standards of food handling and cleanliness in the work area, and is responsible for high standards of personal cleanliness.
• Will work together with the employees of the department to provide optimal food, nutritional, and environmental services to patients, visitors, and staff.

Skills

High school diploma

Cook experience

English proficiency

Arithmetic skills

Cooking equipment

Multitasking

Stress management

Following instructions

Last minute production

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Community Health Network in Indiana is seeking a reliable Cook to maintain strong food production standards in a hospital setting. You will prepare and cook a variety of foods, follow the daily menu, and work closely with supervisors to adjust meals as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, prior food service experience, and the ability to read recipes, perform basic arithmetic, and operate standard kitchen equipment.