Hospital Cook: Safe, High-Volume Therapeutic Meals

Dignity Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health – Methodist Hospital in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Cook responsible for preparing high-quality meals for patients, staff, and visitors, including therapeutic diets. You will follow established recipes, ensure food safety, and maintain strict sanitation standards in a busy healthcare kitchen.

You will apply precise cooking techniques, execute recipes faithfully, and uphold rigorous quality control to ensure consistent food quality and adherence in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• One (1) year food service experience.
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves food within guidelines of menu and dietary requirements, using required kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Modifies preparations to account for food allergies.
• Follows healthcare foodservice industry standards, regulations, guidelines and procedures including monitoring and maintaining food temperatures during cooking, holding, and storage processes.
• Avoids cross-contamination of foods and adheres to personal hygiene requirements.
• Maintains labeling and storage of food, equipment, and machinery.
• Performs washing and cleaning duties to ensure sanitation & cleanliness in cooking and serving areas.

Skills

Food service experience

Food safety

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Dignity Health – Methodist Hospital in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Cook responsible for preparing high-quality meals for patients, staff, and visitors, including therapeutic diets. You will follow established recipes, ensure food safety, and maintain strict sanitation standards in a busy healthcare kitchen.

You will apply precise cooking techniques, execute recipes faithfully, and uphold rigorous quality control to ensure consistent food quality and adherence in a fast-paced environment.