Nationwide Children's Hospital

Pediatric hospital providing care and research

Nutrition Services Cook 1 - Nutrition Cafeteria

Culinary & Kitchen ProductionConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeColumbus, OH, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
One year of professional cooking experience is required.
Familiarity with personal computers and nutrition-related software is required.
Skill in properly operating food production equipment, including ovens and vertical cutter mixers, is required.
Effective verbal communication skills are required when interacting with department staff.
Ability to perform the listed physical requirements, including lifting, pushing and pulling, standing, walking, bending, and repetitive hand and arm use, is required.

Responsibilities

Assist the Executive Chef and Production Coordinator in preparing hot food items for patients, the cafeteria, and catered events as assigned using standardized recipes.
Prepare food for modified diets.
Participate in Quality Improvement activities related to the Nutrition Services Department.
Prepare ingredients for hot production by assembling ingredients.
Cook products according to standardized recipes.
Use food preparation equipment, including mixers, food choppers, and food processors.
Maintain sanitary standards in the production area according to departmental procedures.
Adhere to customer service performance expectations.
Assist in creating special preparations and presentations for catered events when needed.

Overview:

Shift: 11pm -7:30 am (3rd shift)

Job Description Summary:

Assists the Executive Chef and the Production Coordinator in the preparation of all hot food items served to patients, the cafeteria, and catered events as assigned using standardized recipes. Prepares food for modified diets. Participated in Quality Improvement activities related to the Nutrition Services Department.

Job Description:

Essential Functions:

Prepares ingredients for the hot production by assembling ingredients.
Cooks products according to standardized recipes.
Uses equipment for food preparation including mixers, food chopper, food processor, etc.
Maintains sanitary standards of the production area according to departmental procedures.
Adheres to Customer Service Performance expectations.
Assists in creating special preparations and presentations for catered events if needed.

Education Requirement:

High School Graduate or equivalent, required.

Licensure Requirement:

(not specified)

Certifications:

(not specified)

Skills:

Familiarity with personal computer and nutrition-related software.

Skill in proper operation of food production equipment (ovens, vertical cutter mixer, etc.).

Effective verbal communication skills required in interactions with department staff.

Experience:

One year professional experience cooking, required.

Physical Requirements:

OCCASIONALLY: Climb stairs/ladder, Color vision, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance, Sitting

FREQUENTLY: Audible speech, Chemicals/Medications, Hearing acuity, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder

CONTINUOUSLY: Bend/twist, Depth perception, Electricity, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Machinery, Peripheral vision, Power Tools, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Squat/kneel, Standing, Walking

Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:

(not specified)

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"

About the Company

Nationwide Children's Hospital

Pediatric hospital providing care and research

Nationwide Children’s Hospital provides pediatric care across 50 locations in Ohio, serving about 1.8 million patient visits each year with a staff of 1,600 physicians and 16,000 employees. It combines clinical care with research and training through the Abigail Wexner Research Institute and its affiliation with The Ohio State University College of Medicine. The hospital stands out for its high rankings across pediatric specialties, a leading role in pediatric surgery, and a strong commitment to care regardless of a family’s ability to pay. Its goals are to deliver high-quality pediatric care, advance medical knowledge through research, and educate the next generation of children’s health professionals.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $4.1M
Headquarters: Columbus, OH
Founded: 1892

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