COOK (PART TIME)

Morrison Healthcare is a renowned healthcare foodservice provider operating as a division of Compass Group, a global leader in foodservice management. With over 70 years of experience in delivering nutritional and culinary expertise to healthcare facilities nationwide, Morrison Healthcare is dedicated to nourishing patients, caregivers, and communities. The company employs more than 31,000 team members, including registered dietitians and executive chefs, to ensure the highest standards of quality, detail, and excellence in every meal served. Morrison Healthcare fosters a culture of caring for people, promoting belonging, and creating meaningful moments through its work.

The current opening is for a part-time Cook position located at Inova Mount Vernon Hospital in Alexandria, VA. This role is designed for individuals passionate about food preparation and who thrive in a fast-paced healthcare foodservice environment. The position demands adherence to federal, state, and corporate standards for food safety and quality. Part-time schedules vary with shifts from 5:00 AM to 1:00 PM or 11:30 AM to 7:30 PM, including rotating weekends, which are essential to maintaining seamless foodservice operations.

As a Cook with Morrison Healthcare, the responsibilities extend beyond basic food preparation to include following standardized recipes, ensuring proper portion control, and maintaining food at safe temperatures while presenting meals that are both visually appealing and tasty. The role requires interaction with coworkers, administrators, and foodservice managers to uphold the highest hygiene and safety standards. Prospective candidates must have at least one year of prior cooking experience and understand the importance of food safety protocols, such as HACCP standards and proper use of personal protective equipment like cut-resistant gloves and slip-resistant shoes.

The position also offers a competitive hourly pay range of $18.25 to $18.50 and includes a $1500 sign-on bonus paid in two installments (half at 30 days and the remainder at 90 days). Morrison Healthcare offers various benefits to part-time and full-time team members, such as retirement plans, health and wellness programs, associate shopping discounts, and voluntary insurance options. Full-time employees have access to more extensive medical benefits, including dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and flexible spending accounts.

Morrison Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity, evaluating all applicants based on skills and experience without regard to race, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, or any protected classification. The company maintains a drug-free workplace and supports reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.

This cook role is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact by providing nutritious, high-quality meals in a healthcare setting while benefiting from a supportive and inclusive company culture. Those interested can apply online as applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until positions are filled.