Lead Cook - Hospital Kitchen | Train & Inspire Team

Kirby Medical Center; Monticello (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 hours PTO

Health, Dental, Vision and Life

401(k) match

Uniform stipend

Shift differential

Annual incentive

Wellness program

Job summary

Kirby Medical Center in Monticello, IL is seeking a Cook for the Food Services department. The role entails preparing high-quality patient and staff meals, mentoring kitchen staff, and maintaining food safety standards in a hospital setting.

The position is full-time, 40 hours per week with varying 8–12 hour shifts, including 5:00am to 6:45pm schedules and weekend rotation. Hospital benefits apply and certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Food Safety/Sanitation Manager certification required.
• Allergen certification required.
• Food Handler certification required.

Responsibilities

• Set up an action station daily that demonstrates culinary talent, creativity, and customer service skills.
• Master knife skills and all cutting techniques.
• Edit recipes, perform costing and forecasting.
• Act as a team player, team builder, and team leader.

Skills

Team player

Team builder

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Culinary program degree preferred

Tools

Hospitalspecific food prep tools

Job description

Kirby Medical Center in Monticello, IL is seeking a Cook for the Food Services department. The role entails preparing high-quality patient and staff meals, mentoring kitchen staff, and maintaining food safety standards in a hospital setting.

The position is full-time, 40 hours per week with varying 8–12 hour shifts, including 5:00am to 6:45pm schedules and weekend rotation. Hospital benefits apply and certifications are required.