Cook

Overview:

Cook
Marshalltown Hospital

Department: Food & Nutrition Services
Shift/Schedule: Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week | Rotating Shifts 5:30 AM – 2:30 PM or 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM based on department needs | Every other weekend 11:00AM-7:30PM & Rotating Holidays

Do you enjoy preparing quality meals that make a difference in people's day? Join the Food and Nutrition Services team at Marshalltown Hospital, where you'll help provide nutritious, appealing meals for patients, visitors, and team members in a collaborative healthcare environment.

 

As a Cook, you'll prepare a variety of hot food items while maintaining high standards for food quality, safety, and sanitation. If you enjoy working as part of a supportive team, take pride in your work, and are passionate about great food and excellent service, we'd love to hear from you.

Why UnityPoint Health?:

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.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare a variety of hot food items, including entrées, vegetables, soups, sauces, and other menu selections.
• Ensure meals are prepared accurately, attractively, and ready for timely service.
• Follow standardized recipes and production guidelines to maintain quality and consistency.
• Safely handle, store, and rotate food while following food safety and sanitation standards.
• Monitor and document food and equipment temperatures to ensure compliance with safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked kitchen and production area.
• Assist with inventory, food production planning, portioning, and minimizing food waste.
• Inspect and safely operate kitchen equipment, reporting maintenance concerns as needed.
• Collaborate with team members to provide excellent service and support departmental goals.

Qualifications:

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.