Cook

MultiCare Covington Medical Center is a vibrant healthcare institution located in the heart of southeast King County. This four-story, 58-bed facility provides comprehensive medical services including inpatient and outpatient surgical care, a birth center, primary and specialty care, urgent care, a 24-hour Emergency Department, pharmacy, lab, and imaging services. The center is deeply integrated into the local community, offering a neighborhood-focused and team-oriented culture aimed at delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to a rapidly growing population. The Covington Medical Center is part of the broader MultiCare health system, which has a rich history spanning over 140 years, rooted in providing compassionate and comprehensive healthcare across the Pacific Northwest.

Covington itself is a picturesque King County community known for its small-town charm combined with convenient access to major cities such as Seattle, Kent, Auburn, and Maple Valley. With over 150 acres of parks, trails, waterways, sports facilities, and a year-round aquatic center, Covington offers a plethora of outdoor and family-friendly activities, contributing to an exceptional quality of life for its residents. The community's strong sense of belonging and connection is mirrored in MultiCare's work culture, which values respect, integrity, kindness, and collaboration.

The Cook position at MultiCare Covington Medical Center is an integral part of the Nutrition Services team that plays a vital role in supporting the hospital’s mission to provide excellent patient care. This role involves preparing high-quality, nutritious meals in compliance with food safety regulations for hospital patients, staff, families, and visitors. The position is designed for individuals passionate about food and nutrition who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The cook will follow department recipes and production standards to ensure consistent, whole, fresh, and locally sourced meals that emphasize sustainability whenever economically viable.

In this role, the cook will engage in restaurant-style dining service, reflecting a commitment to using fresh and sustainable products to enhance the patient and visitor experience. Key responsibilities include ordering supplies, preparing food items, maintaining proper food safety and sanitation standards, and managing refrigeration and freezer stocks. The position requires a strong culinary background, experience in diverse dining settings ranging from casual to fine dining, and adaptability to a high-volume, customer service-centered environment. The cook is expected to demonstrate an enthusiastic and food-centric attitude, working closely with other team members to deliver exceptional quality and dining experiences.

MultiCare offers a supportive work environment that fosters growth and education, providing competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships, and career development programs. Employees also benefit from generous paid time off, wellness support programs such as Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs, and a focus on inclusion through resource groups and outreach initiatives ensuring all team members feel valued and heard. The pay for this position ranges from $22.68 to $34.68 USD per hour, depending on experience, certifications, and education, with benefits that include medical, dental, retirement plans, and paid time off.