We’re a nonprofit, regional healthcare network with two hospitals, numerous outpatient medical offices, a multi-specialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer and emergency services. Our leadership is dedicated to putting patients first—a cornerstone of our mission, vision and values—as we deliver top-quality healthcare.

From our extensive facilities in Whittier, California and Downey, California, PIH Health serves more than two million residents in Los Angeles and Orange Counties and throughout the San Gabriel Valley.

The Cook II performs a variety of tasks associated with the preparation, cooking, baking, cake cutting and panning of food for patients, cafeteria, catering and Jazzman’s. Utilizes standardized recipes and serving schedules. Controls waste and under/overproduction of foods. Cooks food to proper cooking temps per HACCP guidelines. Follows HACCP guidelines for food preparation and service. Familiar with modified diets. Assists with service for upscale catered events. Functions as “back-up” to senior cook and assumes responsibility for food production in their absence. Cleans work area. May be asked to do other tasks associated with food service as the need arises.

Required Skills

• Ability to prepare a variety of foods
• Ability to use a variety of institutional food production equipment
• Ability to use a standardized recipe and alter yields correctly
• Ability to provide leadership on a day-to-day basis

Required Experience

• High school diploma preferred
• Culinary training beneficial
• Minimum one (1) year of work experience as a cook is preferred.
• Must be able to communicate verbally in English; must be able to read and write basic English.
• Knowledgeable on modified diets is required.

Beyond the benefits that come with working for the area's leading community healthcare provider – one that also recognizes the need to ensure patient safety and comfort – you'll enjoy an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package. We are an equal opportunity employer and seek diversity in our workforce. EOE M/F/D/V

• Ability to prepare a variety of foods
• Ability to use a variety of institutional food production equipment
• Ability to use a standardized recipe and alter yields correctly
• Ability to provide leadership on a day-to-day basis