Cook

External applicants are eligible for an up to $2,500 sign on bonus! Work Shift Day/Evening Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Summary This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by serving fresh, nutritious food in a caring manner to patients, family and staff. Responsible for the preparation of fresh and flavorful foods for patients, families, employees, volunteers and physicians in an attractive and sanitary manner. Properly cleans and sanitizes work area. Maintains a safe work environment and adheres to department as well as regulatory guidelines. Job Description Job Duties/Essential Functions Job Duties Prepare food for patients, staff, and special functions. Work with CBORD program in order to follow recipes to ensure consistent products. Maintain clean and organized work areas. Make food in a manner consistent with proper food handling procedures. Communicate effectively with co-workers as well as managerial staff. Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Capable of independent decision making. Knowledgeable in volume food preparation and presentation. Demonstrates competency in specific skills as identified in the position core competency and annual competency. Professional Experience Some background in institutional cooking preferred. Education High School Diploma or Associates Degree in Culinary Arts preferred. Must attend Mercy Medical Center nutrition course within six months Licensure, Certification, Registration Servsafe certification preferred. Pay Rate Type Hourly Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years. Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Talent Tuesdays Walk-In Interviews at Mercy Cedar Rapids - 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. every Tuesday We welcome the chance to meet with you and share our current opportunities, including information on our exciting sign-on bonuses for select positions! Mercy Cedar Rapids is a growing healthcare system. We are mission-driven, locally managed, and committed to the professional and personal growth of our employees. No appointment necessary - just bring your resume! The Mercy Touch it's compassionate people taking care of patients and each other. And, at Mercy Cedar Rapids, there's something for anyone who wants to have an influence on their community and grow their career. We are proud of our mission-centered culture and our employees enjoy growth opportunities, supportive team members, a generous benefits package and more. If you don't see the position you're looking for - or if you're not sure what you're looking for, we invite you to join our Talent Community to stay informed about future opportunities!