Hospital Cook - Grinnell - Float 1st & 2nd Shift - Varied As Needed

The Hospital Cook is primarily responsible for preparation of entrees, vegetables, soups, cereals, sauces, fried items and other food serviced from the production area. Other responsibilities include proper handling and storage of all food and sanitation of work the work area. It is the goal to produce attractive, palatable, nutritious, and safe food to all our customers.

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:    

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

• Prepare and produce hot food items, supporting ordering, portioning, and assembly to ensure timely service
• Handle, store, and maintain food safely and cost-effectively in compliance with all safety and sanitation standards
• Monitor and record food and equipment temperatures, maintaining equipment cleanliness and proper operation
• Follow recipes and procedures to ensure high-quality, safe, and appealing meals
• Train team members, maintain cleaning logs, manage food inventory, and help reduce waste
• Demonstrate teamwork, professionalism, and service excellence in alignment with UnityPoint Health values

Education:

• High School Education or Equivalent required.

Experience:

• At least one year of cooking or food service experience and the ability to perform at the cook’s level within six months in this position required.
• Preferred: two years of cooking experience in a healthcare or restaurant setting preferred.

License(s)/Certification(s):

• Food Handler Certification

  • SERVSAFE

  upon hire.
• IA/IL Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within ninety days of hire. 
• IA/IL Adult Dependent Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing Care required within ninety days of hire.