**Job Summary and Responsibilities** As our Cook, you will be essential to patient, staff, and visitor well-being by preparing high-quality, safe, and delicious meals, including those for multiple therapeutic diets. You will meticulously adhere to all state and federal food preparation regulations in a healthcare environment. Every day you will follow safe cooking techniques, execute recipes with precision, and apply rigorous quality control to ensure consistent food quality and adherence. To be successful in this role, you will possess proven experience in high-volume food preparation, a strong understanding of food safety and therapeutic diets, and a commitment to culinary excellence within a fast-paced setting. + Reviews production guides. + Prepares and cooks hot food for daily patient and cafeteria meals following standardized recipes for regular and modified diets. + Participates in patient meal tray assembly by placing hot food items on trays for all meals. Shift: 11am - 7:30pm Tuesday - Saturday **Student loan repayment program offered!** **Job Requirements** Required + Food Handler Permit within 30 days Preferred + High School Diploma or GED + Restaurant experience + Special diet preparation in a healthcare setting **Where You'll Work** At CHI Mercy Health, you'll discover a place where your professional growth is deeply valued within a truly supportive and rewarding environment. For over a century, our commitment to Compassion, Inclusion, Integrity, Excellence, and Collaboration has guided every interaction, shaping how we care for our patients and uplift one another. Today, as CHI Mercy Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth. We are proud of our state-of-the- art care and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join CHI Mercy Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose. **Pay Range** $19.87 - $28.06 /hour We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.