Hospital Kitchen Lead Cook

MercyOne; Centerville (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Centerville, IA is seeking a full-time cook to prepare hot and cold foods with quality and visual appeal according to recipes and safety standards.

You will participate in planning, requisitioning, handling, storing and serving, while maintaining a clean, sanitary work area and monitoring temperatures and waste control. The role supports patient and staff dining experiences.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Two year’s experience in restaurant or food service preferred.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training for child and dependent adult abuse within three (3) months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently requisitions, inspects, prepares, cooks, cools and portions large and small quantities of meats, vegetables, cereals, soups, fruits and other forms of food in accordance with quality standards, quantity demands and standardized recipes.
• Forecasts production and utilizes leftovers to maintain efficient waste control program.
• Processes food for storage and cooling following regulatory codes.
• Labels and dates items as required.
• Maintains organized, clean production area, equipment, utensils and tools.
• Cleans work area, including but not limited to, ovens, stove, grill, and tables.
• Lifts trays and pans of food from ovens, steamers, and other equipment.
• Assists in other areas as required.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Mercy Medical Center in Centerville, IA is seeking a full-time cook to prepare hot and cold foods with quality and visual appeal according to recipes and safety standards.

You will participate in planning, requisitioning, handling, storing and serving, while maintaining a clean, sanitary work area and monitoring temperatures and waste control. The role supports patient and staff dining experiences.