Cook at Swedish American – Rockford, Illinois

At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance

• Annual wellness reimbursement

• Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids

• Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!

• Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development

• Strong shared governance structure

• Commitment to employee voice

POSITION SUMMARY:

Prepares and presents all food in a timely manner for the cafeteria, tray line and special functions within the UW Health in northern Illinois Health System. Consistently complies with health codes and HACCP regulations to ensure food safety guidelines are met while preparing foods. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives, as well as Health System initiatives.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

At least one year experience in quantity food preparation.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Must have current State of Illinois Food Sanitation certification or obtain within 6 months of hire. If no valid license is in place prior to hire, Serve Safe Food Handler certification required to be completed within 30 days of hire.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Ability to effectively interact and communicate with staff, visitors and members of the community. Must be able to adapt schedule to meet time constraints of service area. Ability to respond to and resolve customer complaints. Successful completion of annual job-specific competencies and skill verification tools required. Mathematical skills are essential.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.