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Hospital Cook Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Our hospitals employ professional chefs, culinary leaders, cooks, and nutrition care associates. We treat our hospitals and catering events like hotels, with restaurant-quality cafes and a guest ...

Cook Floater

Lehi, UT · On-site

$19.31 - $25.11/hr

Our hospitals employ professional chefs, culinary leaders, cooks, and nutrition care associates. We treat our hospitals and catering events like hotels, with restaurant-quality cafes and a guest ...

Cook On Call

Pleasant View, UT · On-site

$19.31 - $25.11/hr

Our hospitals employ professional chefs, culinary leaders, cooks, and nutrition care associates. We treat our hospitals and catering events like hotels, with restaurant-quality cafes and a guest ...

Cook

Lehi, UT · On-site

$13.25 - $17.50/hr

Holy Cross Hospital Mountain Point is a 40-bed full-service hospital serving the residents of ... Prepares food for patients, staff, and visitors of the healthcare facility following safe cooking ...

Cook

West Jordan, UT

$13 - $17.50/hr

Our entire hospital team is dedicated to providing expert care in a warm, family-friendly ... Prepares food for patients, staff, and visitors of the healthcare facility following safe cooking ...

Cook

West Valley City, UT · On-site

$17 - $22.71/hr

Where You'll Work As one of the busiest ERs in Utah, Holy Cross Hospital - West Valley is known for ... Prepares food for patients, staff, and visitors of the healthcare facility following safe cooking ...

Cook

West Valley City, UT · On-site

$17 - $22.71/hr

... Cross Hospital - West Valley is known for offering a broad spectrum of medical services and ... In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified Cook candidates will ...

Cook

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

Founded in 1875, for more than a century, Holy Cross Hospital Salt Lake has provided high-quality ... Prepares food for patients, staff, and visitors of the healthcare facility following safe cooking ...

Cook

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

Our inpatient and day hospital, or outpatient services offer supportive and compassionate care for ... The Cook is responsible for the cooking, preparation and service of breakfast, lunch and dinner ...

Cook

Salt Lake City, UT

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

Our inpatient and day hospital, or outpatient services offer supportive and compassionate care for ... The Cook is responsible for the cooking, preparation and service of breakfast, lunch and dinner ...

Cook

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

Our inpatient and day hospital, or outpatient services offer supportive and compassionate care for ... The Cook is responsible for the cooking, preparation and service of breakfast, lunch and dinner ...

Cook

Panguitch, UT · On-site

$19.31 - $25.11/hr

Our hospitals employ professional chefs, culinary leaders, cooks, and nutrition care associates. We treat our hospitals and catering events like hotels, with restaurant-quality cafes and a guest ...

Cook

West Valley City, UT · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

As one of the busiest ERs in Utah, Holy Cross Hospital - West Valley is known for offering a broad ... Prepares food for patients, staff, and visitors of the healthcare facility following safe cooking ...

Cook

Bountiful, UT

$17.50 - $23/hr

Minimum of one year of experience as a cook in a hospital or long-term care facility. Language Skills: * Ability to read and follow technical procedures and recipes. * Effectively communicate with ...

Cook

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$18 - $21.47/hr

The Cook is responsible to prepare food in accordance with prescribed resident diet specifications ... Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity * Legal Benefits, Identity Theft Protection * Pet ...

$13 - $17.50/hr

Should have experience as a cook in a hospital or long term care facility for not less than one year. Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and follow recipes. Ability ...

Starting hiring pay at: $14.00 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant ... Disability, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Insurance, Auto and Renter's Insurance, and ID Theft ...

Cook

Bountiful, UT · On-site

$20.50 - $25.63/hr

Should have experience as a cook in a hospital or long term care facility for not less than one year. Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures in English Ability to read and follow ...

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How much do hospital cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for hospital cook in Utah is $14.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.69 and $17.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a hospital cook?

The responsibilities of a hospital cook are similar to those of a chef working in any restaurant. However, strict adherence to nutritional requirements and healthcare plans are essential for all patients. As a hospital cook, your duties include working in a cafeteria and helping craft a menu that caters to various dietary requirements. You complete food preparation each morning and determine each meal plan, with help from doctors and nurses. You proportion meals onto trays based on provided instructions and ensure meals are delivered on time so that patients can take their medications. You also ensure that produce and other foods are rotated in a timely fashion to ensure freshness.

What is the difference between Hospital Cook vs Hospital Dietary Aide?

AspectHospital CookHospital Dietary Aide
CredentialsFood safety certification, culinary trainingFood safety training, basic dietary knowledge
Work EnvironmentKitchen, food prep areasDining areas, patient rooms, food service stations
Job ResponsibilitiesPreparing meals, menu planning, cookingServing meals, assisting with food distribution, cleaning
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, healthcare facilitiesHospitals, long-term care, healthcare settings

Hospital Cooks focus on preparing and cooking meals according to dietary guidelines, requiring culinary skills and certifications. Dietary Aides assist with meal service and patient food distribution, often with less emphasis on cooking. Both roles are essential in hospital food service but differ mainly in responsibilities and skill requirements.

What are some common challenges hospital cooks face when preparing meals for patients with diverse dietary needs?

Hospital Cooks often encounter the challenge of accommodating a wide range of dietary restrictions, allergies, and preferences while ensuring meals are both nutritious and appealing. They must strictly follow guidelines provided by dietitians and nutritionists, which can include preparing low-sodium, gluten-free, or diabetic-friendly options. Balancing these requirements while maintaining food safety standards and meeting tight meal schedules requires strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Effective communication with the dietary team and adaptability are key to success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a hospital cook, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hospital Cook, you need solid culinary skills, knowledge of food safety regulations, and often a food handler’s certification or related training. Familiarity with large-scale kitchen equipment, dietary management systems, and inventory tools is typical for the role. Strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate clearly with staff and patients set standout candidates apart. These competencies ensure safe, nutritious meals are prepared efficiently, supporting patient health and meeting strict healthcare standards.
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Infographic showing various Hospital Cook job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 56% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 16% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,372 per year, or $14.6 per hour.

$19.31 - $25.11/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Posted 29 days ago


Job description

Job Description:

Performs a variety of food production duties under general supervision within multiple Intermountain Health facilities.

At Intermountain, we are not your standard institutional hospital food. Our hospitals employ professional chefs, culinary leaders, cooks, and nutrition care associates. We treat our hospitals and catering events like hotels, with restaurant-quality cafes and a guest-centric culture of hospitality for our patients and caregivers.

With high-quality food as medicine, we bring new life into the world of hospital nutrition services and are making a difference in the lives of our patients every day. There are opportunities to cook in following areas: retail, room service, catering, grill cook, or display cook.

Work Locations: Intermountain Health sites

  • Intermountain Health Primary Children's Hospital North Salt Lake
  • Intermountain Health Primary Children's Lehi
  • Intermountain Health Primary Children's Taylorsville

Position Details

  • Floater Cook Position
  • Part Time, 20 hours per week
  • Pay Rate: Based on Experience ($19.31 - $25.11)
  • Availability Needed: Sunday-Saturday for variable work shifts (6am-2:30pm, 10:30am-7pm, 2:30pm-11pm)
  • Dynamic teams with opportunities to cross train and support many areas for more exciting shifts!
  • Benefits Eligible: Yes; Medical, Dental, Vision, Education Assistance. Click here for more details

Essential Functions

  • This position prepares and cooks food, serves customers, completes other duties as assigned.
  • Follows recipes and/or instructions in the preparation of food items
  • May prepare bulk food items, large scale production, line cook or complete assembly of specialty meals and catered items
  • Maintains an organized and sanitary working environment
  • Maintains proper quantities of production with appropriate rotation of product
  • Interacts with customers in any venue-catering, retail outlets or patient care
  • May be required to deliver patient meals, cashier, stock, use automatic and manual ware-washing machines

Skills

  • Food Handling
  • Food Safety and Sanitation
  • Food Production
  • Follows Instructions
  • Recipes - ability to understand and execute
  • Reading
  • Organizing
  • Communication

Qualifications

  • Ability to complete shifts at (3) three different Intermountain Health facilities.
  • Food Handler Permit or ServSafe certification is required by first day of work (required).
  • One or more year of experience as a Cook in a healthcare or restaurant environment (preferred).
  • Demonstrated ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and part of a team.
  • Demonstrated ability to utilize safe food handling techniques, in all applications
  • Understands workflow, prioritizes, uses timelines, understands deadlines
  • Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional customer service (preferred)
  • Understands and prepares food according to modified diets using appropriate techniques where applicable (preferred)
  • Demonstrated ability to utilize commercial cooking equipment (preferred)

    Physical Requirements

    • Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs.
    • Frequent interactions with customers that require employee to communicate as well as understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately.
    • Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer, phone, and cable set-up and use.
    • Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transport, pull, and push equipment. Will also work on hands and knees and bend to set-up, troubleshoot, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
    • Remain standing for long periods of time to perform work.
    • Tolerate extremes in temperature such as performing work at a grill or in a refrigerator and tolerate exposure to cleaning chemicals.

    Location:

    Intermountain Health Primary Childrens Hospital, Primary Childrens at Lehi, Primary Childrens at Taylorsville

    Work City:

    Salt Lake City

    Work State:

    Utah

    Scheduled Weekly Hours:

    20

    The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

    $19.31 - $25.11

    We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.


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    By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.


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