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Hospital Cook, Per Diem

Byron Center, MI

$12.75 - $17/hr

The Cook is responsible for safely preparing, cooking and presenting meals according to hospital recipe and menu for patients, staff and visitors. Experience in scratch cooking is required. Hours and ...

Hospital Cook - PRN

Weatherford, TX · On-site

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling ... The Cook is responsible for providing nutritious and balanced food for patients, employees, and ...

Hospital Cook - PRN

Weatherford, TX · On-site

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

Cook Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our ...

Hospital Cook, Per Diem

MI · On-site

$12.75 - $17/hr

The Cook is responsible for safely preparing, cooking and presenting meals according to hospital recipe and menu for patients, staff and visitors. Experience in scratch cooking is required. Hours and ...

HOSPITAL COOK II

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$46K - $49K/yr

Job Detail Job Opening ID 275764 Working Title HOSPITAL COOK II Job Title HOSPITAL COOK II Work Location Kahn Health Care Pavilion Ann Arbor, MI Modes of Work Onsite Full/Part Time Part-Time Regular ...

Hospital Cook - PRN

Weatherford, TX · On-site

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling ... The Cook is responsible for providing nutritious and balanced food for patients, employees, and ...

Cook - Full Time

West Monroe, LA · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

COOK Vista Specialty Hospital Cook Summary: Prepares and serves food using proper food handling and food safety techniques for patients, employees and special events, resulting in foods that taste ...

Cook - Per Diem - Days

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$12 - $16/hr

COOK Vista Specialty Hospital Cook Summary: Prepares and serves food using proper food handling and food safety techniques for patients, employees and special events, resulting in foods that taste ...

COOK Vista Specialty Hospital Cook Summary: Prepares and serves food using proper food handling and food safety techniques for patients, employees and special events, resulting in foods that taste ...

Cook

Hopedale, IL

$16 - $18/hr

Hospital Cook Requirements * Requires familiarity with kitchen equipment. * Food handler's license preferred, but not required. * Cooks must be able to read and follow a recipe unsupervised.

Cook - Hospital | Location: Panorama City, CA 91402 Compensation: $20-$22 per hour| Full-Time Schedule: 5am-1pm or 11:30am-8:00pm; must have open availability. Job Summary As a Hospital Cook , you'll ...

Cook

Miami, FL · On-site

$18.87 - $23/hr

Overview Hospital Name: West Gables Rehabilitation Hospital Joint venture with Select Medical Position: Hospital Cook Location: Miami, FL Schedule: Fulltime, 8hr shifts Compensation: $18.87 - $23 per ...

Cook

Hopedale, IL · On-site

$17/hr

Hospital Cook Requirements * Requires familiarity with kitchen equipment. * Food handler's license preferred, but not required. * Cooks must be able to read and follow a recipe unsupervised.

Hospital Cook - 2nd Shift

Appleton, WI · On-site

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

The Cook prepares food according to the menu and food production needs of the department. Prepares individual servings and/or quantity production for patients/residents, cafeteria/retail areas ...

Hospital Cook - 2nd Shift

Manchester, IA · On-site

$12.75 - $17/hr

The Cook prepares food according to the menu and food production needs of the department. Prepares individual servings and/or quantity production for patients/residents, cafeteria/retail areas ...

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How much do hospital cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for hospital cook in the United States is $16.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $19.23 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 are hospital cooks?

Hospital cooks are food service professionals responsible for preparing meals for patients, staff, and visitors in a hospital setting. They follow specific dietary guidelines to accommodate various medical conditions and nutritional needs. Hospital cooks work as part of a team to ensure that food is safe, nutritious, and meets the standards set by healthcare providers. Their duties often include planning menus, cooking in large quantities, and maintaining cleanliness and food safety in the kitchen.

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 the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $33,362 per year, or $16 per hour.
Hospital Cook, Per Diem

Hospital Cook, Per Diem

UHS

Byron Center, MI

$12.75 - $17/hr

Other

Posted 28 days ago


Universal Health Services rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 246 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

453rd of 867 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Responsibilities

Southridge Behavioral Hospital is a beautiful and new state-of-the-art facility. As a joint venture with the Trinity Health System and Universal Health Services, we serve up to 96 adult and geriatric patients across four units.

We believe that caring, dedicated and valued staff provide exceptional patient care. We are seeking high caliber applicants that will provide innovative and evidence-based care focused on our patient’s individual needs, comfort and safety. Thank you for considering our Cook position as we continue our successful opening!

More information about Southridge can be found online: https://southridgebh.com/

Position Description:

The Cook is responsible for safely preparing, cooking and presenting meals according to hospital recipe and menu for patients, staff and visitors. Experience in scratch cooking is required. 

Hours and Location:

Flexible Per Diem hours. An ideal candidate would be able to do at least one weekend a month. Weekend shifts are 6am to 6:30pm.

We are located on the south side of Grand Rapids, near the intersection of M-6 and Byron Center Ave SW: 6291 Venture Hills Boulevard SW, Byron Center, MI 49315


Qualifications

Cook, Dietary Department Job Requirements:

High School Required.

Experience as a cook or cook’s aide in an institutional setting is preferred. 

Experience with scratch cooking required. 
Must be able to follow oral and written instructions in order to operate food service equipment and follow direction
Must be able to complete assigned tasks in order to provide an efficient, safe, sanitary, attractive and orderly facility.

If you would like to learn more before applying, please call or text Valerie at 616-500-4581 or email at valerie.vranish@uhsinc.com 

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 300 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams

We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information.

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.

If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.

Qualifications:

Cook, Dietary Department Job Requirements:

High School Required.

Experience as a cook or cook’s aide in an institutional setting is preferred. 

Experience with scratch cooking required. 
Must be able to follow oral and written instructions in order to operate food service equipment and follow direction
Must be able to complete assigned tasks in order to provide an efficient, safe, sanitary, attractive and orderly facility.

If you would like to learn more before applying, please call or text Valerie at 616-500-4581 or email at valerie.vranish@uhsinc.com 

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 300 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams

We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information.

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.

If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.

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Universal Health Services (UHS) is a major player in the healthcare industry, based in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, U.S. Founded in 1978, UHS offers hospital and healthcare services. Their diverse services range from acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. The company's mission of enhancing the health and well-being of their patients is reflected in their commitment to 'Helping Individuals Live Longer, Healthier and Happier Lives'. Universal Health Services' consistent growth and success in their industry have been recognized on numerous occasions, including being ranked amongst the Fortune 500 list of largest companies.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

King of Prussia, PA, US