What are the responsibilities and job description for the Culinary Support Cook - Samaritan Hospital - Troy, NY position at St. Peter's Health Partners?
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Rotating Shift
Description
St. Peter’s Health Partners is seeking a Culinary Support Chef to work various shifts and join our Food & Nutrition Services team. This is an exciting opportunity for a versatile culinary professional who thrives in dynamic environments and wants to make a meaningful impact through food. As a Chef Tournant, you’ll perform a variety of duties to support the kitchen, ensuring high-quality, nutritious meals that nourish patients, visitors, and colleagues alike.
Why Join St. Peter’s Health Partners?
At St. Peter’s Health Partners, food is more than a meal—it’s part of healing. You’ll be part of a mission-driven organization known for compassionate care, collaboration, and commitment to excellence. We offer stability, growth opportunities, and the chance to use your skills in a purpose-filled setting.
Benefits
Pay Range: $17.25 - $25.00
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Full time
Shift
Rotating Shift
Description
St. Peter’s Health Partners is seeking a Culinary Support Chef to work various shifts and join our Food & Nutrition Services team. This is an exciting opportunity for a versatile culinary professional who thrives in dynamic environments and wants to make a meaningful impact through food. As a Chef Tournant, you’ll perform a variety of duties to support the kitchen, ensuring high-quality, nutritious meals that nourish patients, visitors, and colleagues alike.
Why Join St. Peter’s Health Partners?
At St. Peter’s Health Partners, food is more than a meal—it’s part of healing. You’ll be part of a mission-driven organization known for compassionate care, collaboration, and commitment to excellence. We offer stability, growth opportunities, and the chance to use your skills in a purpose-filled setting.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package - SPHP values a healthy lifestyle by avoiding the common challenges found in working in traditional hospitality settings
- Medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off
- Career advancement and professional development opportunities
- A supportive, team-oriented culture - SPHP values their teams in providing shift differentials based on PM and Weekend shifts. Holiday Pay to be included as applicable
- Prepare and present high-quality, flavorful meals in accordance with established menus, recipes, and dietary requirements
- Float between assigned stations to provide culinary coverage and consistency coverage for days off or PL time
- Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards
- Collaborate with dietitians and food service leaders to meet patient and customer needs
- Assist with menu execution, special events, and production planning
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment
- Serve as a culinary role model, supporting best practices and teamwork
- Proven culinary experience as a chef or cook in a high-volume environment (healthcare, hospitality, or institutional dining preferred)
- Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and allergen awareness
- Flexibility to work across multiple locations and shifts as needed
- Ability to adapt quickly, problem-solve, and lead by example
- Passion for quality food and service with a patient-centered mindset
- Culinary degree or formal training is a plus, but not required
Pay Range: $17.25 - $25.00
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Salary : $17 - $25