Hospital Cook: Nutritional Meals for Patients & Staff

Jimmy Jazz; Homer (AK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance with H2

Generous PTO

Loan forgiveness

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

South Peninsula Hospital in Homer, Alaska, seeks an experienced hospital cook to prepare meals for patients, staff and visitors. You will follow standardized recipes, maintain quality, and ensure safe operation of kitchen equipment.

Role requires a high school diploma, 2+ years in commercial food production, and ServSafe certification or the ability to obtain it within six months. Union, day shift, and full benefits offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in commercial food production.
• Culinary arts education or apprenticeship preferred.
• Knowledge of standard recipes, batch cooking techniques, and therapeutic diets.
• Ability to create recipes and follow nutritional guidelines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Current ServSafe Manager-level certification required or obtainable within six months.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritionally adequate and culturally appropriate meals for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Follow standardized recipes and ensure consistency in quality and presentation.
• Safely operate and maintain kitchen equipment in accordance with departmental standards.
• Coordinate food production to meet scheduled meal times and special events.
• Uphold sanitation, food safety, and kitchen cleanliness standards at all times.

Skills

Communication skills

Recipes & nutrition

Batch cooking

Therapeutic diets

ServSafe certification

Education

High School diploma or GED

Culinary arts education or apprenticeship preferred

Job description

South Peninsula Hospital in Homer, Alaska, seeks an experienced hospital cook to prepare meals for patients, staff and visitors. You will follow standardized recipes, maintain quality, and ensure safe operation of kitchen equipment.

Role requires a high school diploma, 2+ years in commercial food production, and ServSafe certification or the ability to obtain it within six months. Union, day shift, and full benefits offered.