Cook

SUMMARY: Cooks utilize production tools including recipes, tally and food item pull guides, in the preparation of food items for the various outlets of the Food and Nutrition Department including room service for patients, cafeteria, meals-on-wheels, childcare, catering and other hospital related events. Cooks are responsible for observing and complying with the proper safety, sanitation, food handling, nutritional and quality standards as set forth by the Federal, State, and County regulatory agencies as well as the Food and Nutrition Department of North Kansas City Hospital. 

EXPERIENCE: 2 years as a cook in the food service industry is preferred.  Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English, and perform basic arithmetic. 

SPECIAL SKILLS: Experience in various cooking methods and procedures and in the use of professional cooking equipment and knife safety.

EDUCATION: Preferred: High School or Equivalent. In lieu of a high school diploma, minimum of 2 years of cooking experience required in the food service industry.