Therapeutic Diets Cook – From-Scratch & Patient Care

Mercy Health System; California; On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Parental and caregiver leave

Tuition and certification reimburse

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a cook to prepare food for patients, follow standardized recipes, and ensure meals meet prescribed diets. The role involves direct patient interaction, food safety, and accurate order processing using EPIC, with responsibilities including inventory and sanitation across the kitchen.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and at least one year of cooking experience, with internal training and state sanitation certification pursued within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year of experience as a cook required.
• Graduate of vocational school or culinary program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food from scratch following menu and recipes.
• Assist with patient meal orders and diet modifications using EPIC as needed.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and sanitation.
• Order supplies and manage kitchen logs.
• Serve meals and respond to patient concerns.

Skills

Culinary knife skills

Food safety

Patient care

Teamwork

Sanitation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year cook experience

Culinary program preferred

Tools

EPIC system

Job description

Mercyhealth is seeking a cook to prepare food for patients, follow standardized recipes, and ensure meals meet prescribed diets. The role involves direct patient interaction, food safety, and accurate order processing using EPIC, with responsibilities including inventory and sanitation across the kitchen.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and at least one year of cooking experience, with internal training and state sanitation certification pursued within 90 days.