Hospital Kitchen Cook: Patient Meals & Catering

Alameda Health System; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Alameda Health System in California is seeking a hospital kitchen cook to prepare hot meals for patients and cafeteria guests. You will follow standardized recipes, portion controls, and HACCP guidelines to ensure quality and safety.

The role includes carving meats, operating large ovens, and assisting with inventory, event catering, and staff training. The successful candidate will work on-site, adhere to sanitation procedures, and participate in departmental meetings and

Qualifications

• Proficient in hot-food preparation and presentation
• Knowledge of HACCP guidelines and sanitation procedures
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and portion controls
• Experience with inventory, ordering, and meal/menu planning

Responsibilities

• Prepare and plate hot meals for patients and cafeteria in accordance with recipes and portion standards
• Carve, cook, and serve meats and vegetables using commercial kitchen equipment
• Maintain logs and records for production, waste, and stock
• Ensure cleanliness and safety of equipment and work areas per policies
• Train and orient staff and participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Assist with special events and catered functions with timely meal delivery
• Follow HIPAA, sanitation and safety protocols at all times

Skills

Food preparation

HACCP knowledge

Kitchen sanitation

Menu planning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary training (cooking school)

5 years related experience

Job description

Alameda Health System in California is seeking a hospital kitchen cook to prepare hot meals for patients and cafeteria guests. You will follow standardized recipes, portion controls, and HACCP guidelines to ensure quality and safety.

The role includes carving meats, operating large ovens, and assisting with inventory, event catering, and staff training. The successful candidate will work on-site, adhere to sanitation procedures, and participate in departmental meetings and