Hospital Kitchen Cook: Fresh, Precise & Patient-Focused

MercyOne; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in West Des Moines, IA, is seeking a full-time cook to prepare a variety of hot and cold foods, follow recipes, and assist with requisitioning, storage and serving processes.

The role requires one to two years of restaurant/food service experience, strong customer service and math skills, and adherence to food safety standards. The position involves a rotating shift and a commitment to quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma preferred or GED.
• Two years restaurant/food service experience required.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Good math skills.

Responsibilities

• Requisitions, inspects, prepares, cooks, cools and portions foods per recipes.
• Forecasts production and uses leftovers to reduce waste.
• Maintains clean, sanitary work area and follows food safety regulations.
• Labels, dates and stores food items properly.
• Assists in other areas as required.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Math

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

Mercy Medical Center in West Des Moines, IA, is seeking a full-time cook to prepare a variety of hot and cold foods, follow recipes, and assist with requisitioning, storage and serving processes.

The role requires one to two years of restaurant/food service experience, strong customer service and math skills, and adherence to food safety standards. The position involves a rotating shift and a commitment to quality and efficiency.