Hospital Cook - Patient-Focused Meal Production

Community Health Network; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cook position at Community Health Network in Indianapolis, IN involves preparing and cooking meals per menu, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting patient and staff nourishment. You’ll work with a team to ensure consistent meal quality and timely service in a hospital setting.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, demonstrate English literacy, and be able to multitask under pressure while using 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

Cook experience

English literacy

Mathematical skills

Reading recipes

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Cook position at Community Health Network in Indianapolis, IN involves preparing and cooking meals per menu, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting patient and staff nourishment. You’ll work with a team to ensure consistent meal quality and timely service in a hospital setting.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, demonstrate English literacy, and be able to multitask under pressure while using standard kitchen equipment.