Job Description
Schedule:
Available to work between 10am-9pm. Every other weekend and every other holiday is required. You will be scheduled for 8.5 hours shifts. Examples of shifts are: 10a-6:30p, 10:45a-7:15p, 12p-8:30p
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Cooking & Food Prep
Prepare meals using recipes and proper cooking techniques
Use kitchen equipment (mixers, slicers, ovens, etc.) to prepare food
Cook a variety of foods (bake, grill, fry, steam, etc.)
Taste and adjust food to ensure quality and flavor
Portion meals correctly for patients and guests
Planning & Preparation
Review menus and production sheets to plan meals
Prepare ingredients (wash, cut, season, etc.)
Ensure food is ready on time for service
Food Safety & Sanitation
Follow all food safety and cleanliness standards
Maintain proper food temperatures and storage
Follow Department of Health and infection control guidelines
Keep work areas clean and organized
Customer Service
Provide friendly, respectful service to patients, staff, and visitors
Follow CARES service standards
Safety & Compliance
Follow all workplace safety guidelines
Report any safety concerns
Attend required training and in-services
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
2+ years of cooking experience in a hospital, nursing home, or similar setting
Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent
Primary Location
Burnet Campus
Schedule
Full time
Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
Department
Food Services
Employee Status
Regular
FTE
1
Weekly Hours
40
*Expected Starting Pay Range
*Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status
$16.65 - $19.80
About Us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
Consistently certified as great place to work
A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability