Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.00 - $22.71
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Job Description

Holy Cross Hospital - West Valley is a prominent healthcare provider located in Utah, recognized for its commitment to offering a broad spectrum of medical services and specialty clinics. As one of the busiest Emergency Rooms (ERs) in the region, Holy Cross Hospital serves a diverse and growing community with a focus on quality care, compassion, and respect. The hospital is proud to offer a Level III trauma center, a STEMI cardiac receiving center, a Certified stroke treatment center, and specialized orthopedics services aimed at helping athletes recover from sports-related injuries. This comprehensive array of services positions Holy Cross as a leading healthcare facility dedicated to improving patient outcomes through proactive and focused healthcare delivery. The hospital emphasizes a culture of fairness, hard work, resourcefulness, and continuous improvement to enhance the quality and safety of patient care. Employees at Holy Cross Hospital are valued for their dedication and are encouraged to engage in meaningful, caring interactions that comfort and inform patients, families, and co-workers alike.

The Cook role at Holy Cross Hospital is a critical position within the foodservice team, responsible for preparing and serving food to patients, staff, and visitors in compliance with therapeutic diet requirements and healthcare regulations. The position requires adherence to safe cooking techniques and food safety guidelines to ensure the delivery of nutritious, safe, and high-quality meals. As part of the healthcare foodservice team, the Cook must manage various kitchen equipment, including slicers, mixers, ovens, fryers, steamers, stove tops, and grills, while making necessary modifications to accommodate food allergies and dietary restrictions. The role also involves maintaining food quality consistency, supporting quality control measures such as recipe adherence, and ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state laws regarding food preparation in healthcare environments.

Additionally, the Cook is responsible for maintaining sanitation and cleanliness in cooking and serving areas, avoiding cross-contamination, and practicing proper personal hygiene. The position requires vigilance in monitoring food temperatures throughout cooking, holding, and storage processes, as well as proper labeling and storage of food and equipment. This role is essential to supporting the hospital’s overall mission of providing high-quality healthcare by delivering safe and carefully prepared meals that meet the nutritional needs of patients and dietary protocols. The role demands physical stamina to perform medium work involving exertion up to 50 pounds occasionally and frequent lifting of lighter weights, ensuring all tasks are performed efficiently and safely within a busy hospital environment. Employment offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $17.00 to $22.71. This opportunity is ideal for candidates seeking to combine their culinary skills with a meaningful purpose by contributing directly to patient care and wellness within a respected healthcare institution.

Job Requirements

  • One year foodservice experience
  • high school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • obtain Food Handlers Permit within 30 days of hire if required by state, county or local health code
  • ability to exert up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly
  • commitment to personal hygiene and food safety
  • ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • one year foodservice experience
  • knowledge of safe cooking techniques and food safety regulations
  • ability to operate kitchen equipment such as slicers, mixers, ovens, fryers, steamers, stove tops, and grills
  • understanding of therapeutic diets and dietary requirements
  • ability to follow standardized recipes and quality control measures

Job Duties

  • Prepares and serves food within guidelines of menu and dietary requirements, using required kitchen utensils and equipment such as slicers, mixers, ovens, fryers, steamers, stove tops, and grills
  • modifies preparations to account for food allergies
  • follows healthcare foodservice industry standards, regulations, guidelines and procedures including monitoring and maintaining food temperatures during cooking, holding, and storage processes
  • avoids cross-contamination of foods and adheres to personal hygiene requirements
  • maintains labeling and storage of food, equipment, and machinery
  • performs washing and cleaning duties to ensure sanitation and cleanliness in cooking and serving areas
  • performs other duties as assigned by leader

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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