Hospital Kitchen Lead – Patient Meals

Trinity Health; Centerville (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center is seeking a full-time cook to prepare hot and cold foods, maintain quality and safety, and support serving operations in a hospital kitchen.

The role requires handling, storing, and forecasting production, with attention to portion control and waste reduction. Applicants should have a high school diploma and prior food service experience, plus training compliance within 3 months.

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

• 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 ovens, stove, grill and tables.
• Lifts trays and pans of food from ovens, steamers, and other equipment.
• Assists in other areas as required.
• Monitors refrigerator and freezer temperatures internally and externally.
• Inspects integrity of food products prior to use.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Mercy Medical Center is seeking a full-time cook to prepare hot and cold foods, maintain quality and safety, and support serving operations in a hospital kitchen.

The role requires handling, storing, and forecasting production, with attention to portion control and waste reduction. Applicants should have a high school diploma and prior food service experience, plus training compliance within 3 months.