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Prime Healthcare

Hospital Cook

Mission, TX · On-site

The Hospital Cook will work in our hospital cafeteria, responsible for preparing meals to staff, patients, and visitors while ensuring they meet dietary requirements and safety standards. The Food ...

Dominion Hospital

Hospital Cook

Falls Church, VA · On-site

$16.54 - $22.33/hr

Hospital Cook Falls Church, VA Position Type: Part-Time Shift: 5:30am-2:00pm & 10:30a-7:00pm - Relief Coverage Salary Scale: $16.54-$22.33 Make a Difference in the Mental Health! Dominion Hospital ...

Select Medical

Hospital Cook

Saddle Brook, NJ · On-site

$20 - $26.93/hr

Hospital Cook Location: 300 Market St, Saddle Brook, NJ 07663 Schedule: Full-Time, 6AM - 2PM or 11AM - 7PM (Includes Weekday & Weekend Shifts) Compensation: $20.00 - $26.93 (Based on Experience ...

Brookside Rehab and Nursing

Hospital Cook

Falls Church, VA · On-site

$16.54 - $22.33/hr

) Hospital Cook Falls Church, VA Position Type: Part-Time Shift: 5:30am-2:00pm & 10:30a-7:00pm - Relief Coverage Salary Scale: $16.54-$22.33 Make a Difference in the Mental Health! Dominion Hospital ...

Glendora Hospital

Hospital Cook

Glendora, CA

$24/hr

... Hospital Cafeteria. Weekends and holidays are required. * Setting up service lines, pre-plating ... Properly cooks and holds foods at the proper temperature. * Properly thaws hazardous food / meat ...

Insight

Hospital Cook

Flint, MI · On-site

The Cook works directly for the Hospital Dietary Manager, and side by side with RNs and other colleagues, to support the delivery of excellent patient care to surgical patients. Due to the nature of ...

Insight

Hospital Cook

Flint, MI · On-site

The Cook works directly for the Hospital Dietary Manager, and side by side with RNs and other colleagues, to support the delivery of excellent patient care to surgical patients. Due to the nature of ...

The Dolphin Group

Hospital Cook

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$22.75/hr

Experience cooking in hospital setting * Experience cooking in large quantities for large groups * ServSafe Certification * Ability to work with minimal supervision * Culinary Arts degree or ...

Select Medical

Hospital Cook

Orlando, FL · On-site

$19/hr

Hospital/Healthcare Cook Location: Orlando, FL Schedule: Per Diem/ PRN/Picking up shifts as needed Compensation: $19.00 per hour Our hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to ...

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for hospital cooks in the United States is $16.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hospital Cooks vs Hospital Dietary Aides?

Hospital CooksHospital Dietary Aides
Prepare and cook meals for patients, staff, and visitorsAssist with meal service, portioning, and basic food prep
Require culinary skills and food safety certificationsRequire food service or dietary aide certifications
Work primarily in kitchen environments within hospitalsWork in patient dining areas or food service stations
Focus on meal preparation and cookingFocus on meal distribution and assisting with dietary needs

Hospital Cooks are responsible for preparing meals in hospital kitchens, requiring culinary skills and food safety knowledge. Hospital Dietary Aides support meal service and assist with dietary requirements, often working directly with patients. Both roles are essential in hospital food service but differ mainly in their responsibilities and skill requirements.

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Hospital Cook

Mission Regional Medical Center

Mission, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Mission Regional Medical Center rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

930th of 1,064 rated hospitals

Job description

Overview

Shift's Available:  Days 

Employment Type: Full-time 

Hours: 8-hour shifts 

Location: Mission Regional Medical Center - Mission, TX

We are seeking a Hospital Cook, sometimes referred to as our Food Service Cook. The Hospital Cook will work in our hospital cafeteria, responsible for preparing meals to staff, patients, and visitors while ensuring they meet dietary requirements and safety standards. The Food Service Cook will collaborate with dietitians to create menus, manage inventory, and maintain a clean, compliant kitchen environment. Their role is vital in supporting patient health and satisfaction through nutritious, well-prepared meals. 

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to): 

  • Cook meals according to recipes, portion sizes, and nutritional guidelines provided by dietitians 
  • Prepare specialized diets for patients with specific medical or dietary needs, such as low-sodium, diabetic-friendly, or pureed foods 
  • Collaborate with dietitians and food service managers to develop menus that are balanced, appealing, and compliant with hospital policies and patient requirements 
  • Follow strict sanitation guidelines to prevent contamination and ensure food safety 
  • Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas 
  • Monitor inventory and order ingredients to ensure an adequate supply of fresh and necessary items 
  • Properly store food to maintain quality and comply with health regulations 
Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

  • Two (2) years experience in food service with commercial, institutional cooking experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of therapeutic diets desired.

    • County Specific requirement.

  • County Specific Food Handlers certification required upon hire and maintained current

    • Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: 

    • Health, dental, and vision insurance options 
    • Paid vacation, sick time and holidays 
    • Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options 
    • Employer 401K options 
    • Tuition reimbursement options  
    • Life, disability, and other insurance options 
    • Many other amazing benefits 
    Employment StatusFull TimeShiftVariableEqual Employment Opportunity

    Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

     

    Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/  

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    Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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    Mission Regional Medical Center is a 297-bed non-profit community hospital that provides inpatient and outpatient hospital services to the people of the Rio Grande Valley. Rated one of the top hospitals in the country for clinical excellence in many services, including maternity and orthopedic care, Mission Regional Medical Center has been offering quality health care for more than 65 years.

    Industry

    Hospitals

    Company size

    51 - 200 Employees

    Headquarters location

    Mission, TX, US

    Year founded

    1954

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