Hospital Nutrition Services Cook – Patient Meals & Prep

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Generous time off

Job summary

Essentia Health in Duluth, MN, is seeking a cook to prepare meals for patients and staff, manage production needs, and help with cafeteria and catering operations. You will determine ingredients, order supplies, and follow standard recipes to ensure quality and compliance.

The role supports daily and weekly meal services across hospital operations. Prior cooking experience is preferred; no formal education or licensure is required.

Qualifications

• Prior cook experience preferred.
• No educational requirements.
• No certification/licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks quality food for patients, staff, and visitors’ nutritional needs.
• Determines amounts of foods needed, grocery lists, and fills supply needs.
• Organizes preparation daily/weekly, controls cost and work efficiency.
• Calculates daily production needs accurately and orders appropriately.
• Follows standardized recipes and assists in their development.

Skills

Cook experience

Food preparation

Job description

Essentia Health in Duluth, MN, is seeking a cook to prepare meals for patients and staff, manage production needs, and help with cafeteria and catering operations. You will determine ingredients, order supplies, and follow standard recipes to ensure quality and compliance.

The role supports daily and weekly meal services across hospital operations. Prior cooking experience is preferred; no formal education or licensure is required.