Cook - $22 to $27 per HOUR

Select Specialty Hospital San Diego is a dedicated critical illness recovery hospital that provides specialized inpatient post-ICU services for patients recovering from severe, chronic, and life-threatening conditions. This facility is committed to a patient-centered approach, helping individuals through some of the most challenging and vulnerable phases of their healthcare journey. As part of a nationally recognized network of hospitals, Select Specialty Hospital is known for delivering high-quality care focused on healing, rehabilitation, and enhanced recovery outcomes. The hospital environment is collaborative and compassionate, with multidisciplinary teams working together to support patients' physical, emotional, and nutritional needs. The Cook position at Select Specialty Hospital San Diego plays a vital role within this healthcare setting by ensuring that patients and hospital staff receive nutritious and well-prepared meals that meet strict dietary and safety standards. This full-time role offers hourly compensation ranging from $22.44 to $26.85 based on experience, reflecting the hospital's commitment to rewarding skilled culinary professionals. The Cook will be responsible for food preparation, maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, adhering to standardized recipes and portion control to optimize nutritional value, and remaining current on food service regulations and nutritional guidelines relevant to healthcare. Beyond preparing meals, the Cook helps uphold a safe and efficient kitchen operation, ensuring all food services meet both hospital policy and healthcare compliance requirements. Working at Select Specialty Hospital San Diego means joining a team that emphasizes both excellence in patient care and employee well-being. New employees benefit from a comprehensive orientation program designed to support a smooth transition into this specialized healthcare environment. The hospital also values work-life balance by offering generous paid time off, comprehensive medical coverage including prescription, vision, and dental plans, as well as company-matching retirement savings and life and disability insurance benefits. Employees can take pride in contributing to a mission-driven organization with a workforce of over 44,000 professionals dedicated to making a meaningful impact in patient recovery and quality of life. This opportunity is well-suited for culinary professionals who seek a rewarding career in a healthcare setting, combining culinary expertise with compassionate service.

• One (1) year of cooking experience is required
• ability to work full-time
• knowledge of food safety protocols
• physical ability to stand for extended periods
• capability to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards
• adherence to hospital policies and procedures