Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $21.25 - $30.39
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee wellness programs
Career development opportunities
inclusive work environment

Job Description

Legacy Health is a renowned healthcare organization committed to improving the lives of people through quality health services and compassionate care. As a leading provider in the healthcare sector, Legacy focuses not only on the well-being of its patients but also prioritizes the health and development of its employees. The organization emphasizes inclusivity, diversity, and a supportive work environment that fosters growth, innovation, and collaboration among its team members. Legacy Health operates multiple facilities including hospitals, outpatient clinics, and community health programs, all designed to serve diverse populations with a patient-centered approach. Their commitment extends beyond healthcare delivery to include sustainability and community involvement, ensuring that their impact supports overall societal health and well-being. Legacy’s core values reflect their mission to do the right thing for their people, patients, communities, and the world, by fostering an environment where every employee is valued and treated with respect.

The Cook role at Legacy Health is much more than typical food preparation—it is about contributing to a positive experience and enhancing the lives of patients, cafeteria guests, and special event attendees through provision of nutritious, well-prepared meals. This position requires a skilled culinary professional who prepares hot and cold menu items tailored to strict dietary guidelines, including therapeutic diets essential for patient care. The Cook is responsible for maintaining quality standards in all aspects of food preparation, including appearance, taste, temperature, and portion control, ensuring compliance with departmental recipes and food safety protocols. Additionally, this role demands specialized culinary techniques such as meat fabrication, fish cutting, and sauce making, with an emphasis on delivering products that meet high standards of quality and consistency.

Sanitation and cleanliness are critical components of the Cook's duties, requiring maintenance of a clean, organized workstation and adherence to kitchen closing procedures. The role also involves the careful presentation of food items, following standardized plating and garnishing guidelines to ensure an appealing dining experience. Collaboration with the kitchen team is important, assisting with closing duties and participating actively in team meetings aimed at improving kitchen processes and overall service quality. The Cook must be adaptable to different working hours and locations, supporting efficient food delivery to various settings within Legacy Health. Legacy offers competitive hourly wages ranging from $21.25 to $30.39, reflecting the value placed on the expertise and commitment of its culinary staff. This is an excellent opportunity for passionate individuals eager to make a difference through their culinary skills in a healthcare environment dedicated to excellence and inclusivity.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or the equivalent preferred
  • Experience or education in quantity food preparation
  • Ability to prepare and coordinate food orders to support timely and efficient delivery to patients and special functions according to department standardized recipes
  • Demonstrated knowledge of food and food products
  • Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs
  • Must be able to bend squat stand and walk for long periods of time
  • Current Food Handler’s Certificate or Card for applicable County or State

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or the equivalent preferred
  • Experience or education in quantity food preparation
  • Ability to prepare and coordinate food orders to support timely and efficient delivery to patients and special functions according to department standardized recipes
  • Demonstrated knowledge of food and food products
  • Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs
  • Must be able to bend squat stand and walk for long periods of time
  • Current Food Handler’s Certificate or Card for applicable County or State

Job Duties

  • Prepares hot and cold menu items for cafeteria patient therapeutic diets and special functions following department standardized recipes
  • Ensures food is prepared to high standards of appearance taste temperature and portion control in line with prescribed therapeutic diets
  • Performs meat fabrication fish cutting and sauce making
  • Takes full responsibility for the quality of food products served
  • Consistently follows standard portion sizes cooking methods and kitchen policies
  • Complies with quality standards for food preparation ensuring consistent and high-quality results
  • Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation including tables shelves grills fryers convection ovens saute burners and refrigeration equipment
  • Properly cleans and closes kitchen stations according to closing checklist requirements
  • Prepares food items for grilling sauteing or other cooking methods
  • Follows proper plate presentation and garnish setup for all dishes
  • Assists others in closing the kitchen properly and supports team members when needed
  • Actively participates in scheduled employee meetings and brings forward suggestions for process or kitchen improvements
  • Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Executive Chef Sous Chef or manager-on-duty

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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