Hospital Kitchen Cook (Patient Meals)

Buchanan County Health Center; Independence (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Buchanan County Health Center is seeking a Cook to prepare and present meals for patients, staff, visitors and special events. The position includes assisting with sanitation of kitchen equipment and maintaining safe food handling practices.

The role requires reliability, basic English literacy, and a willingness to work detailed, shift-based hours including mornings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred with on-the-job training in principles of food cooking preferred.
• Ability to read and write the English language required.

Responsibilities

• The Cook is responsible for the preparation and presentations of foods for patients, employees, visitors and special functions.
• Assists in the overall sanitation of kitchen equipment.

Skills

Reading/Writing English

Self-confidence

Positive attitude

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

On-the-job cooking training

Job description

Buchanan County Health Center is seeking a Cook to prepare and present meals for patients, staff, visitors and special events. The position includes assisting with sanitation of kitchen equipment and maintaining safe food handling practices.

The role requires reliability, basic English literacy, and a willingness to work detailed, shift-based hours including mornings and weekends as needed.