*We are Jackson Purchase Medical Center* *We believe in:* * Championing Patient Care * Doing the Right Thing * Embracing Individuality * Acting with Kindness * Making a Difference Together *We strive to Make Communities Healthier.* *We strive to create places where patients choose to come for healthcare, where providers desire to practice, and Team Members want to work.* JPMC has been voted as the Hospital of choice by patients and Team Members four out of the last six years. We invite you to join us and work in an environment where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Jackson Purchase Medical Center is a 107 all private bed, Joint Commission-accredited facility. From emergent to elective, our facility offers a wide variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including those offered at the New Beginnings Birthing Center, the Advanced Healing Wound Care Center, and our accredited chest pain center. *Where We Are:* Mayfield is located in stunning western Kentucky, just a short drive to Kentucky Lake to the east, the Ohio River to the north, and the Mississippi River to the west. In this region, there is always something for all ages, whether it is outdoor sports and recreation, visual and dramatic arts, or even living history. *Why Choose Us:* * Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees * Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees * Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance * Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants * Excellent shift differentials, bonus potential for extra shifts, employee referral program * Professional development opportunities including 100% reimbursement for LPN-to-RN bridge program. * And much more… *The Dietary Service Worker - Cook is responsible for preparing nutritious meals for patients, guests, and staff following established guidelines and procedures.* · *Prepares nutritious meals for distribution to patients, quests, service/dining area, and catering* · *Keeps work area clean and free of hazards* · *Monitors and maintains correct temperatures for all foods prepared* · *Keeps pots, pans, and other tools washed and follows established guidelines for sanitation* · *Preps food items as necessary for the following day* · *Records temperatures for coolers and freezers* · *Assists with customer-facing duties as needed, including tray delivery, catering events, and serving on the line* · *Floats to other positions within kitchen as needed* *Required Skills* · *Critical thinking skills* · *Decisive judgment* · *Ability to work with minimal supervision* · *Able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action* * * *Minimum Qualifications* *Education* · High school diploma or GED required · Food Protection Manager or Food Handler Certification preferred * * *Experience* · Previous food preparation experience required · Previous experience with therapeutic diet preferred **Job:** **Dietary/Nutrition* **Organization:** **Jackson Purchase Medical Center* **Title:** *Dietary Service Worker, Cook* **Location:** *Kentucky-Mayfield* **Requisition ID:** *7428-4691*