Production Cook (Cafeteria Cook, Prep Cook (Healthcare))

Augusta Health
Any Location, VA
Category Food Services
Job Description
Role Overview

The Production Cook plays a critical role in supporting Augusta Health's mission and advancing departmental goals through measurable performance indicators and service excellence. This position contributes to a collaborative, patient-centered environment and helps drive outcomes aligned with organizational priorities.

What You Will Do

The Production Cook is responsible for planning the cooking schedule, preparing food items, and ensuring the product meets standards and reflects recipe adherence. This includes procuring food products, measuring and mixing ingredients, and observing and tasting food being cooked.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Augusta Health offers a comprehensive and thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your well-being, career development, and work-life balance. The Production Cook will have opportunities to grow and develop in a supportive culture that values collaboration, integrity, and excellence.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Minimum of two years' experience in cooking, cold food preparation, and order/inventory management in healthcare nutrition services or other complex, high-volume food service environments
  • Eligibility to work in the United States and meet Virginia state employment requirements

Benefits

  • Comprehensive insurance package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement savings plans and financial wellness support programs
  • Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling to promote work-life balance
  • Career development programs including clinical ladders, shared governance, and advancement opportunities
  • Personalized onboarding with dedicated preceptors and ongoing educational support
  • Tuition reimbursement and access to onsite childcare
  • Free onsite parking, 24/7-armed security for your safety, a Health Fitness Reimbursement Program, and an onsite credit union and pharmacy
  • Competitive pay with shift/weekend differentials
  • Employee discounts at the cafeteria, gift shop, pharmacy, and local entertainment venues
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