Description
Wilson Health is looking for a direct hire COOK for the Dietary Department for our location in Sidney, Ohio (North Dayton, Ohio) area. Key Perks and Benefits:
- Access to Employer Direct Care Clinic. Free medical care and pharmacy services for eligible employees and dependents covered by Wilson Health's medical insurance plan.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) program beginning day one, designed to support work-life balance, rest, and time with family.
- Medical Insurance: Choose from two High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) options or a PPO plan, along with Dental and Vision coverage. Benefits begin on the first of the month following your hire date.
- HSA with employer contribution for eligible health plans; FSA for medical and dependent care expenses.
- Company-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, and employee and dependent Life and AD&D Insurance Industry-leading retirement plan – employer contributions begin day one with no waiting period for participation.
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Free access to an on-site gym, available 24/7, making it easy to prioritize your health and wellness before or after your shift.
- Employees receive a 10% discount on food and beverages at the Wilson Cafeteria, Coffee Bar and Micro Mart.
Do you enjoy preparing delicious, high-quality meals while making a difference in the lives of patients and the community? Wilson Health is seeking a Dietary Cook who is passionate about food, teamwork, and exceptional customer service. In this role, you will help prepare nutritious meals for patients, visitors, and employees in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Position SummaryUnder the direct supervision of the Nutrition Services Management Team, the Dietary Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of food items for patients, the cafeteria, and other food service operations according to daily menus, production schedules, and standardized recipes. This position plays an important role in providing safe, nutritious, and appealing meals while maintaining the highest standards of food quality and sanitation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.- Prepare and cook a variety of hot and cold food items according to standardized recipes and daily menus.
- Prepare meals for patients, cafeteria guests, and catered events while maintaining quality and presentation standards.
- Operate grills, ovens, steamers, fryers, slicers, mixers, and other commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
- Read and follow production sheets, recipes, diet orders, and verbal instructions to prepare meals accurately.
- Assist with tray line meal assembly, ensuring patient diets and portion sizes are correct.
- Portion and serve food according to established guidelines.
- Restock serving stations, steam tables, and food preparation areas throughout meal service.
- Monitor food quality by tasting, checking temperatures, and ensuring proper appearance and consistency.
- Wash, peel, chop, slice, and prepare fruits, vegetables, meats, poultry, and other ingredients.
- Assist with inventory, stocking, and supply requisitions as needed.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment following all food safety and infection prevention standards.
- Participate in required foodborne illness, allergy awareness, and safety training.
- Report equipment issues, maintenance needs, supply shortages, accidents, or other concerns promptly.
- Deliver exceptional customer service to patients, visitors, and fellow team members.
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous cooking or food service experience in a healthcare, restaurant, school, or institutional setting is preferred but not required.
- Ability to follow standardized recipes and written or verbal instructions.
- Knowledge of basic food preparation techniques and safe food handling practices.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 pounds.
- Ability to safely operate institutional food service equipment, including ovens, mixers, slicers, food processors, steamers, fryers, grills, and other commercial kitchen equipment.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Knowledge of proper food handling, storage, sanitation, and temperature control practices.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with the Nutrition Services team.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to provide courteous, professional service to patients, visitors, and fellow employees.
- Improve the health and wellness of the community by delivering compassionate, quality care.
- Be a trusted, nationally-recognized leader of innovative, collaborative, community health.
- A.S.P.I.R.E - Always serve with professionalism, integrity, respect, and excellence.
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