Cook II - PD
Salinas Valley Health · Salinas, California
Posted Oct 6, 2026 · Verified open Oct 9, 2026
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It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
Department:
Nutritional Services
- The Cook works under the supervision of Food Production Manager. Prepares food on a timely basis in sufficient quantity and quality, incorporating all food service requirements, service schedules and sanitation. Operates standard kitchen equipment and utensils. Performs other duties as required.
- Complies with Hospital and department policies and procedures.
- Prepares food that is palatable and appetizing prior to meal service.
- Completes required documents.
- Participates in ongoing educational activities.
- Utilizes in a cost-effective manner Hospital supplies and equipment.
- Demonstrates and ensures quality service and food safe practices
- Maintains equipment and work areas in orderly and sanitary condition.
- Demonstrates flexibility during and in-between heavy workload periods.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education: A minimum of a high school diploma or GED or education in progress and commitment to obtain diploma within one (1) year of hire required. Culinary school preferred.
Licensure: A California Food Handler Card from an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited training provider that meets ASTM International E2659-09 Standard Practice for Certificate Programs. New hires and Transfers have 30 days from date of hire/transfer to obtain Food Handler certification and must continually remain current. Valid Driver’s License required.
Experience: A minimum of five years experience in food production and three years experience as a cook.
The hourly rate for this position is $36.74 - $40.69. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.
Job Specifications:
● Union: NUHW
● Work Shift: Variable
● FTE: 0.0
● Scheduled Hours: 0
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!