Patient Meal Cook - Safe, Nutritious & Service-Driven

Hudson Hospital & Clinic; Hudson (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudson Hospital is seeking a Cook to join our Nutrition Services team. You will prepare, cook, and serve attractive, nutritious meals to patients, visitors, and team members. The role emphasizes food safety, high-quality service, and an exceptional customer experience.

Shift pattern includes mornings to evenings with a 32-hour work week (FTE 0.8) and potential weekend coverage. Ideal candidates will have strong teamwork and a commitment to professional standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 8 hours per shift.
• Ability to safely handle food, equipment, and supplies.
• Ability to calculate recipe adjustments accurately.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with a diverse team.
• Demonstrates professional appearance and grooming standards.
• Commitment to providing positive customer service experiences.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals according to established recipes and production standards.
• Ensure food is prepared safely and in compliance with sanitation and food safety guidelines.
• Practice proper portion control and presentation standards.
• Adjust recipes as needed to meet production requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment, workstations, and food preparation areas.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients, visitors, and team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Stand long hours

Food safety

Portion control

Teamwork

Customer service

Grooming standards

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Hudson Hospital is seeking a Cook to join our Nutrition Services team. You will prepare, cook, and serve attractive, nutritious meals to patients, visitors, and team members. The role emphasizes food safety, high-quality service, and an exceptional customer experience.

Shift pattern includes mornings to evenings with a 32-hour work week (FTE 0.8) and potential weekend coverage. Ideal candidates will have strong teamwork and a commitment to professional standards.