Hospital Cook: Patient-Centric Meal Prep + PTO & Benefits

Select Medical

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 30,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

RUSH Specialty Hospital in Chicago, IL seeks a full-time Cook to prepare meals for patients and the cafeteria, ensuring quality and consistency. You will follow standardized recipes, manage portions, and maintain equipment while staying informed about nutritional services and regulatory requirements.

Minimum of 1 year cooking experience is required; higher education in culinary arts or food safety training is preferred, with healthcare experience a plus.

Qualifications

  • 1 year of cooking experience required.
  • Healthcare experience beneficial.
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Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality food preparation for patients and the cafeteria.
  • Clean and maintain equipment.
  • Follow standardized recipes and portion control.
  • Stay informed of nutritional services and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Cooking

Education

High School diploma or equivalent
Culinary Arts degree
Food safety training course

Job description

RUSH Specialty Hospital in Chicago, IL seeks a full-time Cook to prepare meals for patients and the cafeteria, ensuring quality and consistency. You will follow standardized recipes, manage portions, and maintain equipment while staying informed about nutritional services and regulatory requirements.

Minimum of 1 year cooking experience is required; higher education in culinary arts or food safety training is preferred, with healthcare experience a plus.

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