Cook

Bourbon Community Hospital is a vital healthcare institution committed to providing comprehensive medical services and exceptional patient care to the community it serves. As a significant part of the local healthcare system, Bourbon Community Hospital strives to maintain an environment that supports healing and wellness. It offers a wide range of healthcare services and is dedicated to fostering a supportive and safe setting for patients, visitors, and staff alike. The hospital prides itself on upholding high standards for health, safety, and customer service, ensuring that every individual who walks through its doors receives compassionate care and professional attention.

This role is with Hospital Housekeeping Systems (HHS), a private, family-owned company founded in 1975 that is dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service. HHS administers essential services like housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six different industries. The company emphasizes workplace diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being, fostering an environment where team members can thrive and grow.

The Cook position at Bourbon Community Hospital is an exciting opportunity for friendly, compassionate, and team-oriented individuals to join the culinary team and play a crucial role in patient and staff care through food service. Under the supervision of the chef and production manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for preparing tasty, nutritious meals adhering to company recipes and guidelines. This position supports meal service for patients, the retail cafe, and catering events held within the hospital.

The position offers an hourly pay rate of $14.00 with both full-time and part-time shifts available, including day, evening, and night options, providing flexibility for work-life balance. The scheduled work hours typically run from 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Strict adherence to health and safety policies is a priority, and the role requires the maintenance of clean and hygienic work areas aligned with sanitation standards. Collaboration and teamwork are encouraged, with the cook assisting team members and management as needed to maintain efficient kitchen operations.

This job requires physical stamina, including prolonged standing, walking, pushing dish racks, and lifting up to 50 pounds. It also demands good communication skills, the ability to work well within a team, and personal hygiene standards including proper uniform wear. HHS and Bourbon Community Hospital require background checks, drug screening, and proof of employment eligibility as part of the hiring process. They support veterans and candidates with military experience and emphasize equal employment opportunities.

Working with HHS provides employees with excellent training, competitive wages, opportunities for promotion, and a supportive workplace culture that emphasizes job satisfaction. Employees benefit from flexible scheduling options, which are ideal for balancing work and personal life commitments. The Cook position offers a meaningful career path in healthcare food service, allowing individuals to contribute positively to patient recovery and hospital operations through excellent culinary skills and teamwork.