Line Cook / Dietary Cook - Medical Center full time
About The Position
Are you ready to join a team where your cooking skills help brighten someone’s day? At our medical center, being a Cook means more than just preparing meals. You will follow detailed recipes to prepare tasty, nutritious meals for patients, including ‘special diets’ tailored with help from our Registered Dietitian. You will keep the kitchen clean and safe, following strict IDPH food safety rules to protect everyone. You will pitch in wherever needed — from stocking the freezer to chatting with patients about their meals or helping to prepare next week’s menu. You will work as part of a fast-moving team that wears many hats every day. Our Healthcare center serves mental health patients. Our residents are adults working to rebuild their psychological health and independence. They count on us. We take pride in creating a warm, welcoming home where everyone feels respected and cared for. Here, you’re more than your job title. You’re part of a family. Every day, you’ll make a difference in the lives of people who need kindness, patience, and support. Whether you’re preparing a meal, keeping our center clean, or greeting someone with a smile, your work brings comfort and connection to our residents. Be part of something meaningful. Your work here changes lives.
Requirements
- Current CFPM (Certified Food Protection Manager) certificate PLUS a Food Handlers Certificate
- At least 1 year of experience as a Cook/Chef in a healthcare facility or commercial/central kitchen (strongly preferred)
- Basic knowledge of computer-based documentation systems
- Understanding of good food preparation, serving techniques, and food safety and sanitation rules
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
- Ability to regularly stand for lengthy periods of time, push, pull, move and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds, and pass a pre-employment physical and background check
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Follow detailed recipes to prepare tasty, nutritious meals for patients, including ‘special diets’ tailored with help from our Registered Dietitian.
- Keep the kitchen clean and safe, following strict IDPH food safety rules to protect everyone.
- Pitch in wherever needed — from stocking the freezer to chatting with patients about their meals or helping to prepare next week’s menu.
- Work as part of a fast-moving team that wears many hats every day.
Benefits
- full benefit package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
