Hospital Dietary Cook

Franklin General Hospital; Hampton (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

Franklin General Hospital is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook to join our Nutrition Services team. You will prepare and serve meals while supporting dietary needs and ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

This full-time role offers a collaborative, patient-centered work environment and opportunities to contribute to meals for patients, residents, and guests while following standardized recipes and policies.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking or food service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Flexible, dependable, and team-oriented attitude.
• Positive behavior and strong work ethic.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve entrees, vegetables, soups, cereals, and baked goods.
• Ensure food is appropriate for therapeutic diets.
• Follow standardized recipes and portion guidelines.
• Monitor patient and resident trays for accuracy based on physician orders.
• Take and record temperatures of hot foods.
• Receive and check in supplies.
• Operate cash register according to policy.

Skills

Food service experience

Attention to detail

Team-oriented

Positive attitude

Flexible

Cash register

Tools

Cash register

Job description

Dietary Cook - Nutrition Services

Position: Dietary Cook
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Franklin General Hospital

About Us

At Franklin General Hospital, we are committed to providing high-quality care and service to our patients, residents, and guests. Our Dietary Department plays an important role in supporting health and wellness through nutritious meals and excellent service.

Position Summary

Have you always loved preparing meals for family and friends? This position could be a perfect fit for you! Franklin General Hospital is seeking a dependable and positive Dietary Cook to join our team. In this role, you will prepare and serve meals while supporting dietary needs and ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve entrees, vegetables, soups, cereals, and baked goods
• Ensure food is appropriate for therapeutic diets
• Follow standardized recipes and portion guidelines
• Monitor patient and resident trays for accuracy based on physician orders
• Take and record temperatures of hot foods
• Receive and check in supplies
• Operate cash register according to policy

Qualifications

• Previous cooking or food service experience preferred
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Flexible, dependable, and team-oriented attitude
• Positive behavior and strong work ethic
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions

Why Join Us

• Supportive and team-oriented work environment
• Meaningful work serving patients, residents, and guests
• Opportunity to be part of the FGH family

Note:
This position is in cooperation with a third-party vendor. Benefits are provided through the vendor and may include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Hours vary based on department needs