Hospital Kitchen Cook: Fresh, Safe, On-Point Service

Wheeling Hospital, Inc.; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheeling Hospital, Inc. is seeking a dedicated cook to prepare foods for patients, staff, and visitors, maintaining high quality, portion control, and timely service.

The role emphasizes sanitation, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced kitchen. Responsibilities include setting up bars and lines, gathering ingredients, following standardized recipes, stocking and cleaning, and communicating with servers to prevent runouts.

Qualifications

• Current Food Handlers card or obtained within 30 days of hire through approved sources.
• PIC training provided through County Health Department.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year experience as a cook.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sanitizes all work areas for food production.
• Sets up bars and lines.
• Restocks, cleans and cleans as necessary; completes cleaning assignments.
• Gathers ingredients efficiently according to recipe, checking coolers for leftovers and plans for use.
• Follows menu cycle, proper portions and standardized recipes preparing food items in batch production; utilizes leftovers using FIFO.
• Stores and labels leftovers and products to cool; follows Health Department cooling rules.
• Efficiently serves customers and remains focused on service throughout the encounter.
• Addresses customer complaints in a polite, professional manner; seeks management when needed.
• Documents temperatures and ensures equipment is functioning; alerts facilities/management of malfunctions.
• On service line ensures plates are hot, garnished, and meet diet restrictions and appearance.
• Presents food attractively and keeps area clean during service.
• Communicates with servers regarding portions, pans, and ingredients; checks with staff to prevent run-outs.
• Ensures activities meet sanitation, safety, and quality guidelines.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation

Teamwork

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food Handlers certification

Job description

Wheeling Hospital, Inc. is seeking a dedicated cook to prepare foods for patients, staff, and visitors, maintaining high quality, portion control, and timely service.

The role emphasizes sanitation, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced kitchen. Responsibilities include setting up bars and lines, gathering ingredients, following standardized recipes, stocking and cleaning, and communicating with servers to prevent runouts.