Recent institutional cooking experience and/or exposure to special function cooking are desirable. * Familiarity with all H.A.C.C.P. and food safety guidelines. * Flexibility in working weekdays ...
Recent institutional cooking experience and/or exposure to special function cooking are desirable. * Familiarity with all H.A.C.C.P. and food safety guidelines. * Flexibility in working weekdays ...
Line Cook
$16/hr
Description We need you at The Ashford of Grove City as a Cook! Come be a part of the Wallick team ... two years institutional or restaurant experience. - Ability to communicate with co-workers ...
Line Cook
$16/hr
Description We need you at The Ashford of Grove City as a Cook! Come be a part of the Wallick team ... two years institutional or restaurant experience. - Ability to communicate with co-workers ...
Line Cook
Grove City, OH · On-site
$16/hr
Description We need you at The Ashford of Grove City as a Cook! Come be a part of the Wallick team ... You also have: - One to two years institutional or restaurant experience. - Ability to communicate ...
Line Cook
Grove City, OH · On-site
$16/hr
Description We need you at The Ashford of Grove City as a Cook! Come be a part of the Wallick team ... You also have: - One to two years institutional or restaurant experience. - Ability to communicate ...
Line Cook
$16/hr
Description We need you at The Ashford of Grove City as a Cook! Come be a part of the Wallick team ... two years institutional or restaurant experience. - Ability to communicate with co-workers ...
Line Cook
$16/hr
Description We need you at The Ashford of Grove City as a Cook! Come be a part of the Wallick team ... two years institutional or restaurant experience. - Ability to communicate with co-workers ...
Food Service Coordinator (Cook 1)
Columbus, OH · On-site
$51K/yr
Cook 2026 Sheriff's Office: Franklin County Sheriff's Office Division: Corrections Opening Date: 01 ... institutional, school or restaurant setting? * Yes * No 09 Have you ever been fired from a job(s ...
Food Service Coordinator (Cook 1)
Columbus, OH · On-site
$51K/yr
Cook 2026 Sheriff's Office: Franklin County Sheriff's Office Division: Corrections Opening Date: 01 ... institutional, school or restaurant setting? * Yes * No 09 Have you ever been fired from a job(s ...
Nutrition Services Aide
Westerville, OH · On-site
Recent institutional cooking experience and special function cooking experience preferred. * Knowledge of food safety guidelines preferred. * May be required to work weekdays and/or weekends ...
Nutrition Services Aide
Westerville, OH · On-site
Recent institutional cooking experience and special function cooking experience preferred. * Knowledge of food safety guidelines preferred. * May be required to work weekdays and/or weekends ...
Nutrition Services Aide
Westerville, OH · On-site
Recent institutional cooking experience and special function cooking experience preferred. * Knowledge of food safety guidelines preferred. * May be required to work weekdays and/or weekends ...
Nutrition Services Aide
Westerville, OH · On-site
Recent institutional cooking experience and special function cooking experience preferred. * Knowledge of food safety guidelines preferred. * May be required to work weekdays and/or weekends ...
Food Service Worker
Springfield, OH · On-site
$17/hr
Utilize kitchen utensils/equipment to cook, prepare and serve food according to recipes. Use proper ... Preferred: * Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience is preferred. Benefits ...
Food Service Worker
Springfield, OH · On-site
$17/hr
Utilize kitchen utensils/equipment to cook, prepare and serve food according to recipes. Use proper ... Preferred: * Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience is preferred. Benefits ...
Food Service Supervisor
Delaware, OH · On-site
$20/hr
Utilize kitchen utensils/equipment to cook, prepare and serve food according to recipes. Use proper ... Preferred: * Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience is preferred. Benefits ...
Food Service Supervisor
Delaware, OH · On-site
$20/hr
Utilize kitchen utensils/equipment to cook, prepare and serve food according to recipes. Use proper ... Preferred: * Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience is preferred. Benefits ...
Food Service Supervisor
Delaware, OH · On-site
$20/hr
Utilize kitchen utensils/equipment to cook, prepare and serve food according to recipes. Use proper ... Preferred: * Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience is preferred. Benefits ...
Food Service Supervisor
Delaware, OH · On-site
$20/hr
Utilize kitchen utensils/equipment to cook, prepare and serve food according to recipes. Use proper ... Preferred: * Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience is preferred. Benefits ...
Utilize kitchen utensils/equipment to cook, prepare and serve food according to recipes. Use proper ... Preferred: * Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience is preferred. Benefits ...
Utilize kitchen utensils/equipment to cook, prepare and serve food according to recipes. Use proper ... Preferred: * Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience is preferred. Benefits ...
SOUS CHEF - Columbus, OH
Columbus, OH · On-site
$48K - $65K/yr
Institutional and batch cooking experiences helpful * Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation * Must ...
SOUS CHEF - Columbus, OH
Columbus, OH · On-site
$48K - $65K/yr
Institutional and batch cooking experiences helpful * Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation * Must ...
Food Service Worker
Springfield, OH · On-site
$17/hr
Utilize kitchen utensils/equipment to cook, prepare and serve food according to recipes. Use proper ... Preferred: * Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience is preferred. Benefits ...
Food Service Worker
Springfield, OH · On-site
$17/hr
Utilize kitchen utensils/equipment to cook, prepare and serve food according to recipes. Use proper ... Preferred: * Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience is preferred. Benefits ...
Food Service Supervisor
Delaware, OH · On-site
$20/hr
Utilize kitchen utensils/equipment to cook, prepare and serve food according to recipes. Use proper ... Preferred: * Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience is preferred. Benefits ...
Food Service Supervisor
Delaware, OH · On-site
$20/hr
Utilize kitchen utensils/equipment to cook, prepare and serve food according to recipes. Use proper ... Preferred: * Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience is preferred. Benefits ...
SOUS CHEF - Columbus, OH
$48K - $65K/yr
Institutional and batch cooking experiences helpful * Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation * Must ...
SOUS CHEF - Columbus, OH
$48K - $65K/yr
Institutional and batch cooking experiences helpful * Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation * Must ...
SOUS CHEF - Columbus, OH
Columbus, OH · On-site
$48K - $65K/yr
Institutional and batch cooking experiences helpful * Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation * Must ...
SOUS CHEF - Columbus, OH
Columbus, OH · On-site
$48K - $65K/yr
Institutional and batch cooking experiences helpful * Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation * Must ...
Dietary Aide (Server) - Part-time
Columbus, OH · On-site
$14/hr
Plan and follow a cooking schedule to ensure meals are ready on time. * Maintain food quality and ... What We're Looking For * 1-2 years of experience in a restaurant or institutional kitchen setting.
Dietary Aide (Server) - Part-time
Columbus, OH · On-site
$14/hr
Plan and follow a cooking schedule to ensure meals are ready on time. * Maintain food quality and ... What We're Looking For * 1-2 years of experience in a restaurant or institutional kitchen setting.
Plan and follow a cooking schedule to ensure meals are ready on time. * Maintain food quality and ... What We're Looking For * 1-2 years of experience in a restaurant or institutional kitchen setting.
Plan and follow a cooking schedule to ensure meals are ready on time. * Maintain food quality and ... What We're Looking For * 1-2 years of experience in a restaurant or institutional kitchen setting.
Food Services Representative - London, OH
Columbus, OH · On-site
$50K - $55K/yr
Qualifications: * 1 + years of cooking experience. * Ability to work independently and in a ... Experience working in a commercial or institutional kitchen (e.g., school, healthcare, childcare ...
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Food Services Representative - London, OH
Columbus, OH · On-site
$50K - $55K/yr
Qualifications: * 1 + years of cooking experience. * Ability to work independently and in a ... Experience working in a commercial or institutional kitchen (e.g., school, healthcare, childcare ...
Food Services Representative - London, OH
Columbus, OH · On-site
$50K - $55K/yr
Qualifications: * 1 + years of cooking experience. * Ability to work independently and in a ... Experience working in a commercial or institutional kitchen (e.g., school, healthcare, childcare ...
Food Services Representative - London, OH
Columbus, OH · On-site
$50K - $55K/yr
Qualifications: * 1 + years of cooking experience. * Ability to work independently and in a ... Experience working in a commercial or institutional kitchen (e.g., school, healthcare, childcare ...
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Encompass Health rating
7.0
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Job description
Cook Career Opportunity
Recognized for your culinary skills
Are you passionate about creating culinary delights that leave a lasting impression? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a cook who not only brings skill to the kitchen but also seeks a career close to home and close to heart. In this role, you'll be instrumental in preparing therapeutic and modified diets for patients. Join us in a culinary journey that goes beyond the kitchen and resonates with the warmth of helping others. If you're ready to infuse your love for cooking into a career that matters, your next chapter starts here. Welcome to a kitchen where your skills meet a sense of belonging.
A Glimpse into Our World
At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Working with us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. Our achievements include being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.
Starting Perks and Benefits
At Encompass Health, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where you can thrive. From day one, you will have access to:
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
- Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
- Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
- Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
- A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!
Become the Cook you always wanted to be
- Apportion servings according to menu combinations or orders for patients.
- Follow menus, recipes, and oral instructions in the preparation of various foods.
- Serve appropriate portion sizes based on menu specifications.
- Plan timing of preparation of the food to ensure food satisfaction.
- Ensure satisfaction regarding taste, texture, temperature and appearance.
Qualifications
- Possession of a food handler's permit, if required by state or county regulations.
- Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets.
- Recent institutional cooking experience and/or exposure to special function cooking are desirable.
- Familiarity with all H.A.C.C.P. and food safety guidelines.
- Flexibility in working weekdays, weekends, evenings, or night shifts to meet deadlines is expected.
The Encompass Health Way
We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!
At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.
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Helping patients regain hope and independence, Encompass Health is a national leader in post-acute care. We operate rehabilitation hospitals in 36 states as well as Puerto Rico. Following the Encompass Way, we are driven by our core values: We proudly set the standard, lead with empathy, do what's right, focus on the positive, and remain stronger together.
Industry
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Company size
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Headquarters location
Birmingham, AL, US