Inpatient Hot Cook — Fresh Meals for Cafeteria & Events

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Mercy in Pittsburgh is seeking Flex Full Time Hot Cooks to support inpatient dining, the cafeteria, and catered events.

The role involves preparing high-quality hot foods from standardized recipes, observing safety and sanitation standards, and maintaining a clean, inspection-ready work area.

Shifts vary (5am-1:30pm, 6am-2:30pm, 7am-3:30pm, 8am-4:30pm, 9:30am-6pm) with every other weekend and rotating holidays; some events may extend to 8pm.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required, or 1 year of previous food service experience.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to sanitation and food handling standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality hot foods per standardized recipes and production sheets.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and manage portions to meet service demands.
• Ensure a clean, inspection-ready work area and comply with SDS safety guidelines.
• Provide courteous guest service in daily operations.
• Chill, store, and record prepared and leftover foods per health guidelines.

Education

HS Diploma/GED or 1 year experience

Job description

UPMC Mercy in Pittsburgh is seeking Flex Full Time Hot Cooks to support inpatient dining, the cafeteria, and catered events.

The role involves preparing high-quality hot foods from standardized recipes, observing safety and sanitation standards, and maintaining a clean, inspection-ready work area.

Shifts vary (5am-1:30pm, 6am-2:30pm, 7am-3:30pm, 8am-4:30pm, 9:30am-6pm) with every other weekend and rotating holidays; some events may extend to 8pm.