Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $26.28
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
competitive pay
Flexible casual employment
Community-focused workplace
opportunities for professional development
Supportive team environment
Work-life balance
Job Description
Bartlett Regional Hospital is a renowned healthcare institution dedicated to providing exemplary medical services and patient care to the community it serves. Located in a beautiful setting, Bartlett Regional Hospital not only offers high-quality healthcare but also prides itself on being an employer of choice, fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.
The hospital is currently seeking to hire skilled professionals for the role of Cook within its Dietary department. This opportunity is open until filled and offers a casual employment type, providing flexibility and competitive pay based on experience and internal personnel rules or union contract terms. Specifically, Cook 1 starts at $23.52 per hour, while Cook 2 starts at $26.28 per hour. Casual employees are also entitled to a $2.00 hourly differential in lieu of fringe benefits.
The role of Cook 1 involves preparing hot and cold meals that cater to patients on therapeutic diets, cafeteria patrons, and catered events. Attention to food safety, sanitation standards, and efficiency is paramount to ensure high service quality. Meanwhile, the Cook 2 position is more supervisory, focusing on coordinating kitchen operations, maintaining food preparation standards, enforcing sanitation protocols, and supporting department supervisors with staff management and safety compliance.
Joining Bartlett Regional Hospital means becoming part of a dynamic team committed to excellence, community wellbeing, and continuous improvement. The hospital environment is known for its beautiful location and community-centric approach, making it not just a workplace but a place where colleagues value each other’s contributions and support local health and wellness initiatives.
Candidates interested in these positions will find an opportunity to develop their culinary skills within a professional healthcare dietary team while contributing positively to patient care and overall hospital services. The hospital emphasizes compliance with State of Alaska food handling regulations, including timely certification requirements such as the Food Workers Card, Serve Safe certification, and Certified Food Protection Manager certification where applicable.
Bartlett Regional Hospital encourages applications from individuals who are passionate about food service in a healthcare setting and who seek meaningful, stable employment with room for advancement in a respected institution.
The hospital is currently seeking to hire skilled professionals for the role of Cook within its Dietary department. This opportunity is open until filled and offers a casual employment type, providing flexibility and competitive pay based on experience and internal personnel rules or union contract terms. Specifically, Cook 1 starts at $23.52 per hour, while Cook 2 starts at $26.28 per hour. Casual employees are also entitled to a $2.00 hourly differential in lieu of fringe benefits.
The role of Cook 1 involves preparing hot and cold meals that cater to patients on therapeutic diets, cafeteria patrons, and catered events. Attention to food safety, sanitation standards, and efficiency is paramount to ensure high service quality. Meanwhile, the Cook 2 position is more supervisory, focusing on coordinating kitchen operations, maintaining food preparation standards, enforcing sanitation protocols, and supporting department supervisors with staff management and safety compliance.
Joining Bartlett Regional Hospital means becoming part of a dynamic team committed to excellence, community wellbeing, and continuous improvement. The hospital environment is known for its beautiful location and community-centric approach, making it not just a workplace but a place where colleagues value each other’s contributions and support local health and wellness initiatives.
Candidates interested in these positions will find an opportunity to develop their culinary skills within a professional healthcare dietary team while contributing positively to patient care and overall hospital services. The hospital emphasizes compliance with State of Alaska food handling regulations, including timely certification requirements such as the Food Workers Card, Serve Safe certification, and Certified Food Protection Manager certification where applicable.
Bartlett Regional Hospital encourages applications from individuals who are passionate about food service in a healthcare setting and who seek meaningful, stable employment with room for advancement in a respected institution.
Job Requirements
- None for education
- One year of cooking experience for Cook 1
- Three years of cooking experience for Cook 2
- Must obtain Food Workers Card within 30 days
- Serve Safe certification within 30 days
- Certified Food Protection Manager certification within six months for Cook 2
- Negative drug screen prior to employment
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- One year of experience as a cook for Cook 1
- Three years of experience as a cook for Cook 2
- Previous institutional cooking experience preferred
- Must obtain State of Alaska Food Workers Card within 30 days
- Serve Safe certification required within 30 days for Cook 1
- Certified Food Protection Manager certification required within six months for Cook 2
Job Duties
- Prepare hot and cold meals for patients on therapeutic diets
- Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are maintained
- Support the efficiency and quality of dietary services
- Coordinate daily kitchen operations for Cook 2
- Lead and support dietary staff in food preparation and sanitation
- Assist department supervisors in implementing safety standards
- Participate in catered events and cafeteria meal services
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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