Cook - Regional Hospital - Day Shift

ThedaCare • Neenah, WI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cook prepares food according to the department’s menu and production needs. The role includes preparing individual servings and quantity production for patients and residents, cafeteria and retail areas, catering events, and other locations where food is needed. The Cook follows production sheets and recipes to meet quality and quantity standards and adheres to department requirements for safe food handling, storage, and sanitation.

The schedule is built between 5 a.m. and 7 p.m. Every other weekend and a holiday rotation are required. The role is based at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Neenah, Wisconsin, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week (1.0 FTE).

Requirements

• At least one year of experience in food production or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to move freely, including standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Comply with department-specific competencies.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gather and prepare cooking ingredients and set up the work station.
• Measure and mix ingredients according to recipes.
• Cook food using appropriate techniques to meet standards for portion size, taste, appearance, and temperature.
• Display and serve food according to standards and service deadlines.
• Taste-test recipes to ensure quality standards are met.
• Follow safe food handling, storage, and sanitation standards.
• Maintain accurate temperature logs and correctly label and date food produced.
• Review and follow production sheets and recipes.
• Collaborate with the team to improve food quality and production and control food waste.
• When assigned to café production, prepare food efficiently to recipe standards and service steps while interacting with customers in a friendly manner.
• Ensure food is at the correct temperature and attractively displayed.
• Rotate food inventory to maintain freshness, quality, and proper storage.
• Communicate inventory purchasing needs to the appropriate person.
• Follow food handling procedures and monitor food and equipment temperatures to meet food safety and infection-control practices.
• Use equipment safely and appropriately.
• Clean, sanitize, and maintain an organized work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Whole-person wellness support, including health coaches, relaxation rooms, health-focused apps, and mental health support.
• Access and affordability offerings, including minimal or zero copays, team member cost-sharing premiums, and daycare.
• Continued opportunities for learning and development.
• Accessible and transparent leadership.
• Commitment to work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

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