Patient Meal Prep Cook | Hospital Kitchen & Sanitation

FreshDirect LLC; Cottonwood (ID); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

FreshDirect LLC in Cottonwood, ID is seeking a hospital cook to assist in patient and staff meal preparation under the Dietary Manager. You will help prepare meals, follow guidelines, ensure sanitation, and support tray service.

The role requires a Idaho Food Handler's Card, hospital or institutional cooking experience preferred, and the ability to multitask in a high-volume setting. Regular attendance essential.

Qualifications

• Current Idaho Food Handler's Card or must obtain within 90 days of hire.
• One year of cooking experience in a hospital, hotel, institution or restaurant preferred.
• One year of directly related customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to work and multitask in a high volume fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for patients, staff and visitors according to guidelines and instructions of Dietary Manager.
• Schedules daily food preparations.
• Assists in checking various perishable and nonperishable food orders.
• Responsible for the cleaning of trays, utensils and other kitchen/dietary supplies and equipment properly uses equipment.
• Supervise and assist in the preparation of the patient trays.
• Follows established guidelines for quality food production and sanitation standards.
• Stocks supplies safely using appropriate lifting and handling.
• Follows HIPAA regulations and policies.
• Communicate with patients, families and co-workers in person, in writing and on telephone.

Skills

Food safety

Culinary skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Job description

FreshDirect LLC in Cottonwood, ID is seeking a hospital cook to assist in patient and staff meal preparation under the Dietary Manager. You will help prepare meals, follow guidelines, ensure sanitation, and support tray service.

The role requires a Idaho Food Handler's Card, hospital or institutional cooking experience preferred, and the ability to multitask in a high-volume setting. Regular attendance essential.