Cook

Description Location: UCHealth Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion - Aurora, CO Department: Cafeteria Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Flex Pay: $19.10 - $24.83 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant’s relevant experience This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option Summary Cooks and prepares food for distribution to patients, the cafeteria, and catering services. Responsibilities Reviews menu and special orders to determine types and quantities of food items to be prepared. Follows standardized recipes in preparation of all foods. Plans cooking schedule with supervisor and/or exec chef to ensure food will be ready at specified times. Confers with supervisor and/or exec chef regarding modified diet preparation and use of leftovers. Adheres to all applicable guidelines regarding the storage, handling and preparation of food as well as sanitation and maintenance of work area. Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment and take appropriate action. Requirements Minimum Required Education: High School diploma or GED, or in lieu of HS/GED, satisfactory completion of UCHealth‑administered basic competency test is required. Minimum Experience: 1 year of experience. Benefits Health and well‑being benefits include: Medical, dental and vision coverage. Access to 24/7 mental health and well‑being support for employees and dependents. Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources. Free Care.com membership. Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs. Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence. Employer‑provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy‑up coverage options. Employer‑provided short‑term disability and long‑term disability with a buy‑up coverage option. Retirement and Savings 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution. Additional 457(b) plan may be available. Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high‑deductible (HD) medical plan. Education and Career Growth UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth. Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre‑paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement. Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities. Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness. Equal Employment Opportunity UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations when the do not impose an undue hardship on the organization. #J-18808-Ljbffr UCHealth