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About this Cook role at HHS

HHS · Onsite · Chicago, IL

Location:

Kindred Hospital Chicago North

Pay Rate:

Hourly - Hourly Plan, 18.00 USD Hourly

Work Shift:

Rotating Shift (United States of America)

Job Description

We’re looking for friendly, compassionate, team players to join our culinary team!

Under the guidance of the chef/production manager, cook meals and provide food service for patients, the retail cafe, and catering events at the hospital.

Responsibilities

Cook

Wage: $18.00/hour
Full-time and part-time positions available
Day/Evening/Night shifts available
Background check, drug screen, and proof of employment eligibility required
Location: Kindred North Chicago North


​Responsibilities

  • Prepare high-quality meals for patients, visitors, and hospital staff
  • Follow company recipes and guidelines to prepare all food items
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all cleaning, sanitation, and closing procedures
  • Adhere to the facility’s health and safety policies and procedures
  • Assist team members and management as needed to help the department operate efficiently

Qualifications 

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen (fast food, hotel operations, healthcare)
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Communicate effectively in English and work well in a team environment
  • Must practice good personal hygiene, be neatly groomed, and be in uniform
  • Preferred: Culinary experience (cook, cooking, line cook, commercial kitchen, fast food, dietary cook, healthcare foodservice)

Physical Requirements

  • Prolonged standing and walking continuously, pushing dish racks, frequent stooping, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds
  • Must be able to operate equipment necessary to perform essential functions of the job

Benefits

We offer flexible schedules, excellent training, competitive wages, work-life balance, job satisfaction, and promotion opportunities. 

  • Paid Time Off
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • 401K
  • Short Term Disability
  • Voluntary Life
  • Safety Incentive Program

Important to Know

  • Applicants must pass a background check, drug screen, and provide proof of employment eligibility in the U.S.
  • Many healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption in place. 
  • Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.
  • HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. 

About HHS

HHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service. Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries.

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How this Cook salary compares

This role pays $37,440/yr — below the typical range for Cook roles.

$38,896 median $47,372 $171,204

Typical range $41,600–$56,909/yr, from 21 comparable Cook listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Cook salary insights →

About HHS

HHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service. Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries. What We Do: We provide industry-leading support services for aviation, government, healthcare, education, senior living, and resorts across the U.S.

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