Hospital Cook - ARMC*

Hospital Cooks

Only the first 100 applications will be accepted. Pre-posted for viewing starting Saturday, April 18, 2026. Applications will only be accepted online starting on Monday, April 27, 2026, until 100 applications have been received or until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 8, 2026, whichever occurs first. Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is recruiting for Hospital Cooks who prepare and cook regular and therapeutic meals in large quantities for patients, staff, and visitors. Duties include using a variety of cooking methods to prepare food items; ensuring meals are prepared and served in a timely manner; monitoring food quality and presentation; recommending menu substitutions; assigning and reviewing the work of food service staff; and maintaining sanitary kitchen conditions in accordance with established health, safety, and departmental standards. For more detailed information, refer to the Cook job description. The eligible list will only be used to fill vacancies at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center. Extra-help positions are also available. Applicants must indicate a willingness to accept an extra-help position which does not offer benefits but will offer a higher salary. Extra-help positions are paid at a higher salary and are in the Unclassified Service which serve at the discretion of the appointing authority. These positions participate in the County's Part-time Seasonal Temporary (PST) Deferred Compensation Plan and do not earn any other benefits. Candidates selected for Extra-Help positions are not precluded from being considered for full-time positions and may remain on the eligible list for full-time employment.

Arrowhead Regional Medical Center

Located on a beautiful 70-acre campus in Colton, California (50 miles east of Los Angeles), Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is a state-of-the-art, public/nonprofit, 456-bed, university affiliated teaching hospital licensed by the State of California Department of Public Health and accredited by The Joint Commission. The hospital houses a regional burn center serving four counties (San Bernardino, Riverside, Mono and Inyo), a comprehensive stroke center, level I trauma center and a freestanding in-patient behavioral health center. Additionally, ARMC operates five community-based, primary care clinics and over 40 specialty care outpatient services. ARMC is the primary teaching hospital for the adjacently located California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM), the Inland Empire's newest medical school. To find out more about Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, please visit:

Excellent Benefits & Retirement

To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

Conditions of Employment

Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting, work history and education verification, as well as a job-related physical exam and drug screening. Physical: This position requires lifting up to 50 lbs., standing, squatting, and reaching. Certification: A valid Food Handler's card issued by San Bernardino County is required at the time of hire. Please review to learn about obtaining a Food Handler's card issued by the County of San Bernardino. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet one of the options listed below:

• Considerable experience cooking food for a large number of persons or any equivalent combination of education or experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.
• Six (6) months of full-time food service experience at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center or any hospital environment.
• A community college Certificate in Culinary Arts. Please attach a copy of the certificate to your application.
• One (1) year of full-time experience as a cook in a restaurant or fast-food environment. AND Certificate: Applicants must obtain a San Bernardino County Food Handler's Certificate within two (2) weeks of hire.

Desired Qualifications

The department seeks a dependable candidate with experience leading kitchen staff in the preparation of large quantities of food in a healthcare setting. The candidate should be able to resolve problems and make decisions independently; meet deadlines; possess a working knowledge of advanced kitchen equipment and electronics; and adjust to unexpected changes in schedules, menus, and staffing in an effective, professional manner.

Selection Process

Examination Procedure: Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 p.m., Friday, May 1, 2026. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires. Do not refer to a resume as it will not be reviewed. Application Procedure: There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. Technical Assistance: If you require technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of the recruitment filing deadline. Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy. For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.