Prep Cook

Carolinas Medical Center; Illinois; On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Job summary

Advocate Christ Medical Center in Illinois is seeking a full-time Food Service professional for the Food and Nutrition department. The role involves preparing meals for patients and customers, delivering strong service, and following safety and sanitation procedures in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Hours are 40 per week with a 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM schedule. The position requires attention to detail, ability to lift up to 35 pounds, and adherence to policy and attendance standards.

Qualifications

• Preferred one year of healthcare/trayline experience.
• High school diploma or Equivalent.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Quality food preparation using standardized recipes and ingredient control.
• Deliver excellent customer service while aligning with hospital values and policies.
• Safe food handling: proper storage, labeling, dating, FIFO and adherence to timeframes.
• Demonstrate good time management and meet deadlines for tasks.
• Record production amounts and maintain production logs.
• Assist with cross-training and participate in mandatory in-services and trainings.

Skills

ServSafe Certification

English proficiency

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Department: 11903 Advocate Christ Medical Center - Food and Nutrition

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: 5am-1:30pm

Pay Range: $18.85 - $29.70

Major Responsibilities:

• Quality Food Preparation
  • Utilizes standardized recipes and ingredient control to prepare all items.
  • Follows proper preparation procedures.
  • Checks food texture, color, aroma, and taste prior to service.
  • Prepares cold foods daily to ensure the freshest possible product to our patients and customers.
• Delivers excellent customer service experience in a consistent manner.
  • Contributes to hospital's philosophy, mission statement, and values in all interactions
  • Follows established uniform policy.
  • Maintains a professional image.
  • Responds positively to all requests and interactions.
  • Consistently displays a positive attitude towards leadership, co-workers and job. Treats all people with courtesy and respect at all times.
  • Welcome and say hello. Engage with eye contact. Smile and say thank you.
• Safe Food Handling Procedures
  • Safe food storage (no cross-contamination). Properly label and date all food items. Proper cooking of food.
  • Utilizes product within established timeframes.
  • Proper food rotation (first in, first out method - FIFO)
• Demonstrates good time management skills.
  • Adheres to lunch and break schedules.
  • Productive and efficient use of non-break time.
• Completes all assigned tasks within the designated time allotted to the task.
• Adheres to department's attendance/clock-in and clock‑out policies.
• Responsible cost controls.
  • Produces food products to meet requested amounts.
  • Proper holding of food products.
  • Proper utilization of carry‑overs.
• Records all food production amounts and accurately maintains all production logs.
• Participates in self‑development by attending mandatory in‑services and education programs appropriate to the goals and needs of the department.
• Assists with cross‑training of other associates.
• Attends, gives feedback and participates in department meetings.
  • Attends in‑services programs on equipment use and operation.
  • Attends all mandatory in‑service programs.
  • Completes all required CBTs and training by due date.

Education/Experience Required:

• Preferred one year of healthcare/trayline experience
• High school diploma or Equivalent

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language
• Ability to communicate effectively
• ServSafe Certification

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Various temperatures when entering coolers and freezers.
• Large amounts of bending and/or lifting, as related to essential job activities.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting 35 pounds occasionally and 10 to 20 pounds frequently.
• Wet, slippery floors.
• Contact with cleaning chemicals.
• Able to access high and low areas.
• Able to work various shifts and work positions including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Standing is required throughout the work day.
• Able to operate kitchen equipment.
• Able to meet time constraints in a fast‑pace environment.
• Able to communicate with others.
• This requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 08/01/2014. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For lifts over 35 pounds, lifting equipment is expected to be used or lift with at least one other associate when available. Unique lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case by case basis.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Compensation
• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Benefits and more
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short‑and‑Long‑Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, tempora)