Cook - Food & Nutrition Services - UAB Main Hospital - Multiple Shifts

UAB Medicine stands as Alabama's premier healthcare institution, recognized as the state's largest single-site employer. With over 1,200 beds and more than 200 clinics throughout Birmingham, Alabama, UAB Medicine has established itself as a nationally ranked academic medical center focused on cutting-edge education and advancing medical science through comprehensive research initiatives. As a hub of medical excellence, UAB Medicine proudly holds distinctions such as the number one hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report, designation as a Level I Trauma Center, and home to nationally renowned facilities including the NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Comprehensive Transplant Institute, and Comprehensive Stroke Center. At UAB Medicine, the institutional culture emphasizes support, inclusivity, and innovation, fostering an environment where employees at all levels can thrive and find meaningful career paths. If you are seeking a workplace that provides exceptional opportunities for professional growth, skill diversification, and career advancement, UAB Medicine exceeds expectations with its broad variety of development programs and career avenues unmatched by other healthcare employers. Benefits and perks are robust, including full tuition assistance, wellness initiatives, paid parental leave, generous paid time off, eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, and various other supportive resources ensuring employees' personal and professional well-being. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing food items for a diverse group including patients, children, hospital staff, and visitors by utilizing specialized kitchen equipment. Precision, hygiene, and adherence to dietary guidelines form the cornerstone of this position, ensuring all food products meet safety and quality standards. Effective communication skills are essential as you will relay any recipe or production-related issues to your supervisors to maintain seamless kitchen operations. In addition, there may be opportunities to contribute towards the development and implementation of USDA-approved menus, especially tailored for children aged up to 60 months. This position offers a valuable gateway into healthcare nutrition and food service, combining practical culinary practices with specialized dietary standards in a hospital setting. The pay rate for this role ranges from $16.50 to $26.80 per hour, providing competitive compensation alongside the comprehensive benefits package offered by UAB Medicine.