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On Call Cook Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Cook On Call

Pleasant View, UT · On-site

$19.31 - $25.11/hr

There are opportunities to cook in following areas: retail, room service, catering, grill cook, or display cook. Work Schedule * PRN, on call or as needed * Pay Rate: Based on Experience ($19.31 ...

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner. * Ability to prepare tasteful meals and to cook a variety of foods in large quantities. * Ability to follow prepared ...

$20/hr

Knowledge of soups, sauces, and cooking techniques * Advanced knife skills * Origination and production knowledge * High school diploma or equivalent * Knowledge of culinary department duties

PRN Cook

Hurricane, UT · On-site

$15 - $18.50/hr

Overview Pay: $15.00 - $18.50 Location: 65 N 1150 Hurricane, Utah 84737 Part-time/On-call: 5 or 8 hour shifts available daily Do you love to cook independently for small personalized groups? Are you ...

Cook

Hurricane, UT · On-site

$15 - $18.50/hr

Overview Pay: $15.00 - $18.50 Location: 65 N 1150 Hurricane, Utah 84737 Part-time/On-call: 5 or 8 hour shifts available daily Do you love to cook independently for small personalized groups? Are you ...

PRN Cook

Hurricane, UT · On-site

$15 - $18.50/hr

Overview Pay: $15.00 - $18.50 Location: 65 N 1150 Hurricane, Utah 84737 Part-time/On-call: 5 or 8 hour shifts available daily Do you love to cook independently for small personalized groups? Are you ...

PRN Cook

Hurricane, UT

$15 - $18.50/hr

Pay: $15.00 - $18.50 Location: 65 N 1150 Hurricane, Utah 84737 Part-time/On-call: 5 or 8 hour shifts available daily Do you love to cook independently for small personalized groups? Are you looking ...

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Cook

Saint George, UT · On-site

$18.50 - $22/hr

Do you enjoy cooking and especially for others? The Cook is responsible to prepare food in ... Part-time are eligible for all of the above except Medical. On Call are not eligible for any of the ...

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 ... Part-time are eligible for all of the above except Medical. On Call are not eligible for any of the ...

Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. On-call is a plus! * A positive ... As a Line Cook, you'll play a key role in crafting dishes that bring people together. If you're ...

Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. On-call is a plus! * A positive ... As a Line Cook, you'll play a key role in crafting dishes that bring people together. If you're ...

Line Cook

Lehi, UT

$17 - $20/hr

Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. On-call is a plus! * A positive ... As a Line Cook, you'll play a key role in crafting dishes that bring people together. If you're ...

Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. On-call is a plus! * A positive ... As a Line Cook, you'll play a key role in crafting dishes that bring people together. If you're ...

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On Call Cook information

What is the average hourly rate for an on call cook?

The average hourly rate for an on call cook typically ranges from $12 to $20, depending on experience, location, and the specific employer. On call cooks often work flexible hours and may receive additional pay for overtime or special duties.

What is the difference between On Call Cook vs Line Cook?

AspectOn Call CookLine Cook
CredentialsFood Handler’s Permit, culinary experienceFood Handler’s Permit, culinary training
Work EnvironmentVaries; often flexible, on-demand shiftsKitchen, restaurant or food service setting
Employer UsageRestaurants, catering, eventsRestaurants, hotels, cafeterias

The main difference between an On Call Cook and a Line Cook is the flexibility and scheduling. An On Call Cook works on an as-needed basis, often called in for shifts, while a Line Cook has scheduled shifts in a restaurant or food service environment. Both roles require similar certifications and work in comparable settings, but the On Call Cook offers more flexible hours suited for fluctuating demand.

What is an on call cook?

On call cooks are culinary professionals who are not scheduled for regular shifts but are available to work as needed, often on short notice. They fill in for absent staff, help during busy periods, or work special events. On call cooks must be flexible, skilled in various cooking techniques, and able to adapt quickly to different kitchen environments. Their responsibilities may include food preparation, cooking, cleaning, and following health and safety standards.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an on call cook?

To thrive as an On Call Cook, you need strong culinary skills, knowledge of food safety standards, and often a food handler certification or equivalent experience. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, recipe management systems, and inventory tools is typically required. Flexibility, time management, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for adapting to changing shifts and working with different teams. These abilities ensure consistent food quality, compliance with regulations, and smooth kitchen operations even in unpredictable or high-pressure situations.

What are common challenges faced by an on call cook and how can they be managed?

On Call Cooks often need to adapt quickly to different kitchen environments and menu requirements, which can be challenging when working with new teams or unfamiliar equipment. Flexibility and strong communication skills are key, as you may be called in on short notice and must efficiently integrate with existing staff. Staying organized and maintaining a positive, collaborative attitude can help you succeed, even during busy shifts or in high-pressure situations. Proactively asking questions and clarifying expectations with supervisors also ensures smoother transitions between assignments.
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Cook On Call

Imh

Pleasant View, UT • On-site

$19.31 - $25.11/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 20 days ago


Job description

Job Description:

Performs a variety of food production duties under general supervision.

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 Schedule
  • PRN, on call or as needed

  • Pay Rate: Based on Experience ($19.31 - $25.11)

  • Availability Needed: Sunday-Saturday for 8 hour shifts

  • Shifts: Variable shifts assigned for Morning, Afternoon & Evening

  • Primary Work Assignments: Wednesday-Sunday 12:00pm-8:30pm

  • Benefits Eligible: No

Work Locations: Intermountain Health sites & subsidiaries

  • Intermountain Health American Fork Hospital

  • Intermountain Health Spanish Fork Hospital

  • Intermountain Health Orem Community Hospital

  • Intermountain Health Utah Valley Hospital

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

  • Food Handler Permit or ServSafe certification is required by first day of work

  • One or more year of experience in the food industry 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 Utah Valley Hospital

Work City:

Provo

Work State:

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

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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.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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