Cook I - $16.65 to $19.8 per HOUR

Cincinnati Children’s is a nationally renowned pediatric hospital dedicated to improving children's health through comprehensive care, scientific discovery, and a team-based approach. Established as one of the top 10 children's hospitals in the nation for over 15 years as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, this institution is also consistently ranked among the top three for National Institutes of Health funding. As a leading employer, Cincinnati Children's offers an innovative, supportive, and inclusive work environment that empowers its team members to deliver the best patient care while fostering professional growth. The hospital is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with numerous employee resource groups supporting a range of communities and interests. The role available is a full-time Food Services position located at the Burnet Campus, designed for candidates with at least two years of relevant food preparation experience and a valid driver's license. Working 40 hours weekly, employees are scheduled during daytime shifts and are integral to ensuring the highest standards of food safety, preparation, and customer service within a healthcare environment. With an hourly pay range of $16.65 to $19.80, this position offers excellent benefits starting from day one, including medical coverage, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs. This role involves preparing diverse menu items by measuring and mixing ingredients precisely according to recipes while adhering to proper cooking standards. Food preparation includes baking, roasting, broiling, steaming, and frying various meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods, ensuring taste and texture meet quality expectations by monitoring seasoning adjustments. Employees are responsible for correct portioning, maintaining safety and sanitation protocols according to Department of Health guidelines, and handling food storage properly to support safe food production. Planning is an essential component, requiring review of menus and production sheets to organize the preparation workload effectively to meet service deadlines. Food handlers are accountable for pre-preparation tasks such as washing, trimming, and seasoning, and must comply with Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) requirements related to food preparation, service, and menu planning. Regular attendance at in-service training sessions and compliance with infection control policies are mandatory to maintain up-to-date knowledge and practices. Safety is a top priority; the role demands active participation in the department’s safety program and prompt reporting of any safety concerns. Employees are expected to demonstrate exemplary customer service consistently, adhering to CARES standards, and contributing positively to the team environment. This position also involves maintaining transportation records, tracking food quantities and waste, and ensuring proper temperature control during handling. Cincinnati Children’s offers a career pathway enriched with supportive resources such as competitive retirement benefits, educational reimbursement, comprehensive wellness initiatives, and diversity-focused employee resource groups. This role presents meaningful work in a vibrant and caring community where professionals can thrive while making a real difference in children’s health and well-being.

• Two plus years of work experience in a related job discipline
• valid or good-standing drivers license
• willingness to adhere to scheduling and attendance policies
• ability to comply with food safety and Department of Health cleanliness standards
• ability to participate in required training and in-services
• capability to work full time day shift
• physical ability to perform kitchen duties
• commitment to customer service excellence