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Citizens Health

Cook - hospital

Colby, KS · On-site

$12.25 - $16.25/hr

Citizens Health is recruiting a cook to work full-time in our hospital kitchen. Our Mission: Enhancing the lives of those we serve. About Us: Citizens Health is a community based, private ...

Ernest Health

Cook - Full Time

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$20 - $23/hr

Overview Cook Full-Time, Green Bay, WI Pay Range $20 - $23 (based on experience) Green Bay ... Creates menus and orders supplies for the hospital kitchen and cafeteria. Integrates the hospital ...

Ernest Health

Cook-Full Time

Toledo, OH · On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

Overview Cook Full Time; Toledo, Ohio Rehabilitation Hospital of Northwest Ohio in Toledo, Ohio is ... Creates menus and orders supplies for the hospital kitchen and cafeteria. Integrates the hospital ...

Ernest Health

Cook - Full Time

Johnstown, CO · On-site

$20.11 - $24.04/hr

Creates menus and orders supplies for the hospital kitchen and cafeteria. Integrates the hospital's mission and "Guiding Principles" into daily practice. Posted Total Compensation The wage range for ...

Ernest Health

Cook - Full Time

Mishawaka, IN · On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

Creates menus and orders supplies for the hospital kitchen and cafeteria. Integrates the hospital's mission and "Guiding Principles" into daily practice.

Oneida Health

Cafe Cook

Oneida, NY · On-site

$17 - $22.10/hr

Oneida Health is currently seeking a full-time Café Cook to work days (flexed hours) in the Hospital kitchen and café. This position is primarily responsible for assisting in the preparation and ...

Oneida Health

Cafe Cook

Oneida, NY · On-site

$17 - $22.10/hr

Oneida Health is currently seeking a full-time Café Cook to work days (flexed hours) in the Hospital kitchen and café. This position is primarily responsible for assisting in the preparation and ...

NYC Health Hospitals

Food Service Supervisor

New York, NY · On-site

$54K - $59K/yr

Examples of Typical Tasks : 1. Supervises the operation of a section of a hospital kitchen, a food ... full-time experience in quantity food preparation and/or service; or, (b) completion of a two-year ...

Manzano by PureHealth

Dishwasher

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$12.50 - $16/hr

Full Dishwasher: full time or part time Performs a variety of cleaning and maintenance duties in a hospital kitchen/cafeteria. Dishwashing duties include retrieving trays from dirty utility room ...

Veritas Collaborative

Cook

Durham, NC · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

... requirements in a hospital kitchen • Exercises good judgement regarding interpersonal ... At Veritas Collaborative, all full-time employees are eligible for benefits, including: Medical ...

Ernest Health

Cook

Lafayette, IN · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

Overview Cook Full Time; Lafayette, Indiana Lafayette Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Lafayette ... Creates menus and orders supplies for the hospital kitchen and cafeteria. Integrates the hospital ...

UHS

COOK

Ocala, FL · On-site

$12.25 - $16.25/hr

TheVinesHospital.com Cook - full time The Cook is responsible for preparing and serving healthy ... Experience: 1-3 years' experience cooking in a large institutional or healthcare/hospital kitchen ...

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How much do full time hospital kitchen jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time hospital kitchen in the United States is $51,697.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,000.00 and $62,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Hospital Kitchen vs Part Time Hospital Kitchen?

AspectFull Time Hospital KitchenPart Time Hospital Kitchen
Work HoursTypically 35-40 hours per weekFewer hours, often less than 20 hours per week
CertificationsFood safety certification often requiredSame certifications needed, but less frequently required
Work EnvironmentHospital kitchen, fast-paced, team-orientedSame environment, fewer shifts
Employer UsageCommon in hospital food service departmentsLess common, used for supplemental staffing

Full Time Hospital Kitchen staff work regular, full-week hours, often with benefits, while Part Time Hospital Kitchen workers have fewer hours and may not receive full benefits. Both roles require similar certifications and work in the same hospital kitchen environment, but the commitment level differs.

How to get a full time hospital kitchen job?

To secure a full-time hospital kitchen job, applicants should have basic cooking skills, food safety knowledge, and often a food handler's certification. Relevant experience in food service or healthcare settings can improve chances, and applying through hospital career portals or staffing agencies is common. Strong attention to hygiene and the ability to work in a team are also important.
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Infographic showing various Full Time Hospital Kitchen job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,697 per year, or $24.9 per hour.

FNS Cook

Nashville, TN

Nashville General Hospital at Meharry
Health Care and Social Assistance • 501 - 1,000 employees

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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$13.50 - $18/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and cook food according to standardized recipes and menus

Follow special dietary requirements (e.g., low sodium, diabetic, cardiac diets)

Assist with catering services for meetings, events, and special functions

Ensure proper food portioning, temperature control, and presentation

Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment and work areas

Store food properly and label items according to safety guidelines

Monitor inventory and report shortages or waste

Work collaboratively with dietitians and kitchen staff

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED (preferred)

Previous cooking experience (hospital, catering, restaurant, or institutional setting)

Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices

Ability to read and follow recipes and dietary instructions

Strong time management and teamwork skills

Certifications (Preferred)

Food Handler's Permit or ServSafe Certification

Basic knowledge of nutrition standards in healthcare settings

Work Environment & Schedule

Fast-paced hospital kitchen environment

May require early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Standing for long periods and lifting kitchen supplies

Key Skills

Food preparation and cooking

Attention to detail

Food Safety

Organization and cleanliness

Communication and teamwork

We have a few special perks of being an NGH Food and Nutrition Services employee: paid uniforms, free meals, free parking, free onsite gym, etc.

Nashville General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.
Employment Type: Full-Time

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