Preparation Cook, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

Advocate Health is a prestigious and expansive nonprofit integrated health system in the United States, formed through the strategic merging of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. This health system is known for its remarkable commitment to innovation in clinical care, exceptional health outcomes, consumer satisfaction, and a focus on value-based care. It operates across multiple states under different recognized names including Advocate Health Care in Illinois, Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia, and Alabama, as well as Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health proudly serves nearly 6 million patients, making it a nationally acknowledged leader in healthcare services. Alongside delivering outstanding medical care, it actively contributes to medical research and education, especially with Wake Forest University School of Medicine as a key academic collaborator within its network. The health system is revered for its specialized programs in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics, rehabilitation, organ transplants, burn treatments, and musculoskeletal care. Advocate Health is a major employer with 155,000 teammates spread across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations. It also boasts one of the country’s largest graduate medical education programs, featuring over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 training programs. The system emphasizes equitable healthcare access and annually contributes above $6 billion in community benefits to improve public health outcomes. The role of Preparation Cook at Advocate Health's Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Food and Nutrition Department is a full-time position based in Winston Salem, NC. This role is designed for individuals dedicated to supporting the food and nutrition services within a leading healthcare environment. Working 40 hours per week with a rotating variable schedule, this position offers a competitive pay range between $18.50 and $27.75 per hour, coupled with benefits eligibility from day one, including health coverage options and generous paid time off starting at 25 days per year. The Preparation Cook contributes directly to patient and customer satisfaction by maintaining the highest standards of food service and quality, ensuring the cleanliness and safety of food preparation areas, and adhering to strict sanitation guidelines mandated by health authorities. Responsibilities include food preparation, plating, and assisting with tray line service, all while upholding Sodexo and departmental standards for food safety and quality. The candidate will be expected to maintain high sanitation ratings, monitor product quality, minimize waste, control costs, and support team productivity and schedules. Emphasis is placed on maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations, documentation standards such as HACCP, and completing all required training programs. In addition, the Preparation Cook may assume team leadership duties in the absence of supervisors, exemplify commitment to continuous improvement initiatives, and provide exceptional service to a diverse range of patients, visitors, and staff. This role requires someone fluent in English with basic computer and math skills, capable of working independently while also functioning effectively within a team. Flexibility to work weekends and holidays is necessary, along with a desire to meet high standards of customer service in a dynamic healthcare setting. Advocate Health stands out as an employer due to its comprehensive compensation packages, opportunities for career growth, and inclusive culture centered on well-being and professional development.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Two years’ experience in food services, in a medical environment preferred
• Ability to work 40 hours per week
• Availability for variable and rotating full-time schedule
• Compliance with all training requirements including in-service, Compliance, HIPAA, TJC, and OSHA
• Ability to maintain sanitation ratings and follow safety regulations
• Must be eligible to work in the United States