Dietary Cook Elkader PRN

Dietary Cook

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor's visit or a place to go when you're in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. MercyOne Elkader Medical Center is a 25-bed critical access hospital, which provides a vital lifesaving link to rural communities in Clayton County and surrounding areas through ambulance and emergency services. MercyOne is committed to providing quality, personalized and safe health care close to home. The emergency department is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week with board certified physicians and advanced level practitioners who are well-trained to treat emergency needs. MercyOne Elkader Medical Center is certified as a Level IV Trauma Center by the Iowa Department of Public Health.

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Dietary Cook.

As a Dietary Cook at MercyOne, you will provide nutritious meals for patients as well as meals for employees, visitors and special events.

• Prepares high quality, nutritional, and taste appealing meals. Serves necessary foods for meals in proper serving sizes according to the diet order.
• Responsible for discussions with patients regarding their food choices.
• Performs routine cleaning duties to ensure the sanitary standards of the department and facility are met on a daily and weekly basis.
• Promotes a customer service philosophy which meets the patient's needs, exceeds the patient's expectations and provides for continuous quality improvement.
• Performs various duties as needed to contribute to the efficient operation of the department.

Schedule:

• PRN, varied schedule.

General Requirements:

• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Must have knowledge and training in cooking and basic nutrition.
• Must have basic cooking and measuring techniques.
• Must be able to understand food preparation, modified diets and sanitation after orientation period.
• Must be able to follow directions/instructions.
• Must be able to adjust cooking time according to the number served.
• Must be able to work cooperatively and independently.
• Must be able to set work priorities within schedules.
• Must be able to work in various temperatures.

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.