Cook I - Day Shift

IU Health • Indianapolis, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cook I performs supervised tasks related to food preparation, including preparing meals for regular and therapeutic diets. The role uses foundational basic cooking techniques, operates kitchen equipment, and maintains a clean and organized workspace. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Nutrition Services (Production-Patient Kitchen). The schedule is 4:30 AM–1:00 PM, with rotating weekends and holidays required.

Requirements

• Ability to operate kitchen equipment.
• Ability to wear protective equipment or clothing required by the environment or government regulations, such as gowns, gloves, goggles, and rubber-soled closed-toe footwear.
• Adherence to local health regulations and safety requirements for safe food production.
• Ability to climb ladders.
• Ability to reach, stand for long periods, squat, bend, and carry and/or lift supplies and equipment weighing 35 pounds or more, up to 80% of the time.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience is preferred.
• Prior food service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food under supervision, including meals for regular and therapeutic diets.
• Use basic cooking techniques and operate kitchen equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Follow local health regulations and safety requirements to produce safe food for consumption.

Benefits

• Access to opportunities for learning and development, including advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities, and cross-training development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED