Sanford Health

Nonprofit health system operating hospitals

Associate Cook

Culinary & Kitchen ProductionConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Part-time$15.50 - $23

About the Job

Requirements

Possess the ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions.
Have the ability to perform basic math.
Have the ability to work independently.
Be able to stand for most of the day and walk long distances throughout the hospital.

Responsibilities

Assist the cook with production and service for patients or residents, the cafeteria, vending, and special functions.
Demonstrate knowledge of preparing and serving food for modified diets.
Use good hand-washing and infection-control practices.
Assist the cook in storing leftover foods according to policy and procedure.
Prepare and assemble food items in a timely manner according to quality standards.
Carry out floor-stocking duties as needed.
Support central kitchen positions and weigh ingredients as needed.
Assist with preparing salads, operating the cafeteria register at lunch, providing room service, and putting away groceries as needed.
Gather requisitions, place them in the proper carts, and send them to all locations.
Prepare vegetable and grab-and-go areas, including yogurt and sandwiches.

Desired Qualifications

Food-industry experience is preferred.
An understanding of food safety and sanitation processes is preferred.
A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
At least six months of applicable experience is preferred.

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift:

Evening (United States of America)



Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Compensation:

Salary Range: $15.50 - $23.00





Union Position:

Department Details

This position is an evening position working two four hour shifts per week. Hours are from 4:30 to 8:30 pm which include working every other weekend and every other holiday.

Summary

Assists the cook with production and service for patients/residents, cafeteria, vending and special functions. Demonstrates knowledge of preparation and service of food for modified diets.

Job Description

Utilizes good hand washing and infection control practices in work. Assists cook in storing leftover foods per policy and procedure. Prepares and assembles food items in a timely manner according to quality standards. May carry out floor stocking duties. May support all of the central positions in the kitchen and weigh ingredients. Demonstrates ability to work independently. May assist in making the salads, minding the register in the cafeteria at lunch, provide room service and help put away groceries. May gather requisitions to go into proper carts and be sent to all locations. Preps veggie and grab-n-go areas such as yogurt, sandwiches, etc. Preferably, displays experience working in the food industry. Possesses an understanding of food safety and sanitation processes. Demonstrates ability to be on feet for the majority of the day and walk far distances throughout the hospital.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Possesses ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions. Ability to perform basic math. Minimum of six months of applicable experience preferred. On-the-job training will be provided.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [email protected].

About the Company

Sanford Health

Nonprofit health system operating hospitals

Sanford Health is a large nonprofit health system that delivers hospital care, elder and post-acute services, and related health care through a network of hospitals, clinics, and senior care facilities across the Midwest. It operates by integrating multiple care settings into one system, supported by research and global health initiatives. Its model combines acute hospital care, long-term care, and post-acute services under a single organization, with a strong emphasis on philanthropy and mergers to expand reach and capabilities. The company differentiates itself through its breadth of services across the care continuum, extensive rural and regional presence, and a history of strategic mergers that create a full-spectrum care model rather than focusing on a single niche. Sanford Health’s goal is to provide comprehensive, accessible health care to communities, advance pediatric care and medical research, and extend health services through global clinics and partnerships.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $4.5M
Headquarters: Fargo, ND
Founded: 1894

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