Room Service Line Cook

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Bus pass

Continuing education

Shift differential

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, WI is seeking a Room Service Line Cook to prepare hot and cold meals from scratch in a high-volume hospital kitchen. This 60% FTE role requires flexibility across shifts between 5:00am and 9:00pm and every other weekend, with opportunities for ongoing education and growth.

You will assess ingredient quality, prepare entrees, sandwiches, soups, and desserts, and generate production documentation. ServSafe certification is required within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

• No minimum education required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent Preferred
• Associate's Degree in Culinary, Hospitality, or Nutrition Preferred
• 1 year experience in high volume food production setting Required
• 2 years experience in high volume food production setting Preferred
• ServSafe certification required within 6 months of hire Required

Responsibilities

• Prepare large volumes of food with a high level of complexity, variety, and quality. Prepare entrees, sandwiches, soups, starches, vegetables, sauces, and desserts for general diets and modified diets.
• Assess quality and condition of ingredients used in food production.
• Prepare food production reports and documentation.

Skills

High-volume food production

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree in Culinary, Hospitality, or Nutrition

Job description

Work Schedule

60% FTE. Shifts will vary between 5:00am and 9:00pm based on the operational needs of the department, every other weekend is required.

Job Description

Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

Work as a talented culinary expert to compose and prepare meals from scratch. The Cook is responsible for hot and cold food production in a high-volume kitchen. Enjoy this fast-paced, team environment while being able to quickly problem-solve and make decisions.

We are seeking a Room Service Line Cook to:

• Prepare large volumes of food with a high level of complexity, variety, and quality. Prepare entrees, sandwiches, soups, starches, vegetables, sauces, and desserts for general diets and modified diets.
• Assess quality and condition of ingredients used in food production.
• Prepare food production reports and documentation.

Cooks Are Eligible For

• Paid time off, including 15 days of vacation time for full-time employees.
• A free bus pass to assist with transportation to and from work.
• Continuing education for both professional and personal growth.

Additional Components of Compensation May Include

• Evening or night shift differential

At UW Health, you will have

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications

• No minimum education required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent Preferred
• Associate's Degree in Culinary, Hospitality, or Nutrition Preferred

Work Experience

• 1 year experience in high volume food production setting Required
• 2 years experience in high volume food production setting Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• ServSafe certification required within 6 months of hire Required

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers