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Cook - Solomon Carter Fuller Center

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $25.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

competitive pay
Paid training
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Whitsons Culinary Group is a renowned food service management company dedicated to providing exceptional dining experiences across various sectors including healthcare, education, and corporate settings. With a strong commitment to quality, nutrition, and service, Whitsons has established itself as a leader in the industry, focusing on nourishing the body and soul through carefully prepared meals. Their healthcare division is particularly focused on enhancing patient care through specialized nutrition that promotes healing and wellness. This holistic approach positions food not just as sustenance but as a vital component of the recovery process. The company prides itself on fostering a supportive work environment that values teamwork, continual learning, and professional growth, making it an ideal employer for those passionate about food service with a meaningful impact.

The Healthcare Cook position at Whitsons offers a unique opportunity to be an integral part of this mission-driven team. As a Cook specializing in healthcare nutrition, your role will revolve around preparing and cooking meals that strictly adhere to healthcare dietary guidelines and patient-specific menus. Working in a calm, caring environment, you will ensure that every meal contributes positively to the wellness and recovery of patients. This role emphasizes safety, sanitation, and collaboration with dietary and clinical staff to meet the diverse nutritional and medical needs of patients, including those with special diets, allergies, and restrictions. This position comes with a stable and predictable schedule with no late nights, allowing you to enjoy balance between work and personal life. Additionally, the role offers a competitive pay rate of $25.00 per hour and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off. The position includes paid training and the potential for advancement within healthcare food service, making it an excellent career path for those who are dedicated and eager to grow their expertise in a clinical food service setting. This opportunity not only allows you to apply your culinary skills but also to make a tangible difference by nourishing others at a critical time in their lives. If you are dependable, caring, and passionate about food safety and patient care, this role at Whitsons invites you to join a team where your contributions truly matter and where helping others is at the heart of every meal produced.

Job Requirements

  • Basic cooking knowledge
  • Strong commitment to food safety and sanitation
  • Dependable and caring attitude
  • Good communication skills
  • Comfort working in a clinical or patient-centered setting
  • Passion for nourishing others
  • Ability to complete required training
  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
  • Ability to stand for majority of the workday
  • Ability to follow recipe procedures and cooking techniques

Job Qualifications

  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • ServSafe certification
  • Local food safety certification if required by jurisdiction
  • Ability to speak and read English
  • Proficient in recipe procedures and cooking techniques
  • Minimum 1-year professional culinary experience
  • Positive and professional demeanor
  • Strong communication skills

Job Duties

  • Prepare and cook meals according to healthcare dietary guidelines and patient menus
  • Ensure all food is prepared safely and attractively
  • Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized kitchen environment
  • Collaborate with dietary and clinical staff to meet patients' nutritional and medical needs
  • Follow procedures for special diets, allergies, and food restrictions
  • Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards
  • Participate in paid training and continuous learning opportunities

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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