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About The Position
Healthcare Cook – Nourish Recovery, One Meal at a Time No Late Nights! Are you passionate about cooking and ready to make a difference in the lives of residents? Join our healthcare nutrition team as a Cook and help prepare fresh, healing meals that support wellness and recovery in a calm, caring environment. What You’ll Do: Prepare and cook meals according to healthcare dietary guidelines Ensure all food is prepared safely and attractively Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized kitchen environment Collaborate with dietary and clinical staff to meet nutritional needs Follow procedures for special diets, allergies, and food restrictions Why You’ll Love This Job: No late nights – finish your day with time for yourself Stable, predictable schedule with weekend shifts Work in a mission-driven setting where your meals truly matter Be part of a supportive, team-oriented environment Paid training and opportunities to grow in healthcare food service We’re Looking For: Basic cooking knowledge – we’ll train the right person! A strong commitment to food safety and sanitation A dependable, caring attitude and good communication skills Comfort working in a clinical or patient-centered setting A passion for nourishing others Why Join Us? Competitive pay + opportunities for growth Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and retirement Paid time off About Us: At Whitsons we believe that food is a powerful part of healing. Our cooks are valued team members who provide comfort and care through every meal. Join us and be part of a healthcare mission that starts in the kitchen. Apply today and help serve wellness on a plate – at Whitsons our mission is Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™.
Requirements
- Basic cooking knowledge – we’ll train the right person!
- A strong commitment to food safety and sanitation
- A dependable, caring attitude and good communication skills
- Comfort working in a clinical or patient-centered setting
- A passion for nourishing others
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Must complete all Whitsons and government required training as necessary
- ServSafe certification
- Local food safety certification, if required in jurisdiction of employment.
- Ability to speak and read English to understand and perform job assignments.
- Must be proficient in recipe procedures and cooking techniques.
- 1-year professional culinary experience required
- Always present a positive and professional image.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook meals according to healthcare dietary guidelines
- Ensure all food is prepared safely and attractively
- Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized kitchen environment
- Collaborate with dietary and clinical staff to meet nutritional needs
- Follow procedures for special diets, allergies, and food restrictions
Benefits
- Competitive pay + opportunities for growth
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and retirement
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
