Cook Floater

Intermountain Health is a renowned healthcare organization dedicated to delivering exceptional medical and wellness services across multiple facilities, including Primary Children’s Hospitals in North Salt Lake, Lehi, and Taylorsville, Utah. The institution prides itself on integrating high-quality nutrition with patient care, believing that food is an essential part of healing and wellness. Unlike traditional hospital food services, Intermountain Health employs a team of professional chefs, culinary leaders, cooks, and nutrition care associates who contribute to a guest-centric culture emphasizing hospitality and quality. The hospital features restaurant-quality cafes and catering events that uphold this philosophy, enhancing the patient and caregiver experience with thoughtful, nutritious, and delicious meals. The culture at Intermountain Health encourages innovation and encourages staff to embrace culinary excellence and teamwork within a dynamic and supportive environment.

The Floater Cook position at Intermountain Health is a part-time role requiring 20 hours per week, with the flexibility to work variable shifts across multiple locations, including Primary Children’s Hospital sites in North Salt Lake, Lehi, and Taylorsville. The pay rate ranges from $19.31 to $25.11 per hour based on experience, making it a competitive offer within the healthcare culinary field. This role provides an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals who are passionate about healthcare food production and eager to work in an environment that values quality, safety, and patient-centered service. As a Floater Cook, you will be cross-trained to support various culinary teams across retail, room service, catering, grill, and display cook positions, allowing for diverse responsibilities and an engaging work experience.

The core responsibilities of the Floater Cook revolve around preparing and cooking food efficiently under general supervision, following established recipes and instructions to ensure quality and consistency. You will be involved in preparing bulk food items, large-scale production for both patient meals and catering events, and assembling specialty meals tailored to various dietary needs. Maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment is critical to the role, especially within a healthcare setting where food safety is paramount. The position also involves meaningful interaction with customers, whether patients, families, or staff, providing courteous and professional service that upholds Intermountain Health’s mission to enhance the healing experience through food.

Equipped with skills in food handling, food safety, and sanitation, successful candidates will embrace teamwork and communication with a dedicated approach to following instructions and working independently. A valid Food Handler Permit or ServSafe certification is required by the first day of work, ensuring compliance with health regulations. Preference is given to candidates with at least one year of culinary experience in healthcare or restaurant environments and those who demonstrate the ability to use commercial cooking equipment proficiently. Physical demands such as prolonged standing, lifting, navigating temperature extremes, and performing manual dexterity tasks are inherent in this position, reflecting the physical nature of culinary roles within professional kitchens.

Intermountain Health supports its employees with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, and education assistance, reinforcing the organization’s commitment to the wellbeing of its caregivers. The role represents a unique blend of culinary art and patient care, reflecting the hospital’s innovative approach to healthcare food services and commitment to a sustainable culture of wellness for both employees and patients alike.