Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $18.00 - $20.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Flexible spending account
Employee assistance program
Paid Time Off
Job Description
Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is a leading provider of healthcare foodservice with over 70 years of experience supporting top health systems nationwide. With a team of more than 31,000 dedicated members including 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, Morrison Healthcare is committed to delivering exceptional culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise. The company places a strong emphasis on fostering a culture of caring, belonging, and making meaningful moments that matter in patients', caregivers', and communities' lives. Morrison Healthcare’s mission is to nourish individuals while upholding the highest standards of detail, quality, and excellence in every meal served. This long-standing dedication to health system support makes Morrison Healthcare a trusted name in healthcare foodservice.
We are currently hiring full-time Senior Cook positions at WakeMed Cary located at 1900 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, NC. This role offers a full-time schedule from Monday through Friday with varying hours and includes rotating weekends and holiday shifts. The pay range for this position is between $18.00 and $20.00 per hour. Applications are accepted online only.
The Senior Cook role is vital to the preparation of nutritious and flavorful meals aligned with stringent federal, state, local, and company standards and regulations. The Senior Cook will contribute to maintaining food safety, quality, and consistency across all menu items while potentially overseeing food service associates as assigned by the Food Service Director. Responsibilities include preparing various entrees following established recipes, operating and cleaning kitchen equipment, organizing storage for dry goods and refrigerated and frozen products, and complying with HACCP guidelines to ensure food safety.
This position requires previous culinary experience and a strong commitment to food safety and quality standards. The Senior Cook will also assist in maintaining accurate production records and support the Food Service Director in completing required documentation and training cross-functional employees. The role provides an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals to thrive in a supportive and mission-driven healthcare environment, contributing to nourishing and positively impacting patient and community health.
Morrison Healthcare offers a comprehensive benefits package for both full-time and part-time associates, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement plans; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance programs; and unique voluntary benefits such as pet insurance and identity theft protection. The company also emphasizes equal opportunity employment and maintaining a drug-free workplace. Morrison Healthcare values inclusiveness and fairness, ensuring all applicants and associates are evaluated based on their abilities and experience, free from discrimination.
We are currently hiring full-time Senior Cook positions at WakeMed Cary located at 1900 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, NC. This role offers a full-time schedule from Monday through Friday with varying hours and includes rotating weekends and holiday shifts. The pay range for this position is between $18.00 and $20.00 per hour. Applications are accepted online only.
The Senior Cook role is vital to the preparation of nutritious and flavorful meals aligned with stringent federal, state, local, and company standards and regulations. The Senior Cook will contribute to maintaining food safety, quality, and consistency across all menu items while potentially overseeing food service associates as assigned by the Food Service Director. Responsibilities include preparing various entrees following established recipes, operating and cleaning kitchen equipment, organizing storage for dry goods and refrigerated and frozen products, and complying with HACCP guidelines to ensure food safety.
This position requires previous culinary experience and a strong commitment to food safety and quality standards. The Senior Cook will also assist in maintaining accurate production records and support the Food Service Director in completing required documentation and training cross-functional employees. The role provides an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals to thrive in a supportive and mission-driven healthcare environment, contributing to nourishing and positively impacting patient and community health.
Morrison Healthcare offers a comprehensive benefits package for both full-time and part-time associates, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement plans; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance programs; and unique voluntary benefits such as pet insurance and identity theft protection. The company also emphasizes equal opportunity employment and maintaining a drug-free workplace. Morrison Healthcare values inclusiveness and fairness, ensuring all applicants and associates are evaluated based on their abilities and experience, free from discrimination.
Job Requirements
- Previous culinary experience required
- Ability to work full time including rotating weekends and holidays
- Must comply with federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations
- Ability to perform physical tasks related to kitchen work
- Must be able to follow detailed instructions and recipes
- Must be eligible to work in the United States
- Must maintain a drug-free workplace
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Job Qualifications
- Previous culinary experience
- Knowledge of food safety standards and HACCP guidelines
- Ability to follow recipes and portion controls accurately
- Experience operating kitchen equipment
- Ability to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team
- Good communication skills
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Job Duties
- Prepare various entrees and menu items following established recipes
- Operate and clean kitchen equipment after each use
- Perform scheduled routine cleaning tasks
- Store, label, and date food items according to policy
- Maintain organized storage of dry goods, refrigerated, and frozen products
- Follow HACCP guidelines to ensure food safety and quality
- Assist Food Service Director in maintaining production records and documentation
- Oversee cooking activities of food service associates as assigned
- Assist in cross-training employees
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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