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Cook - Dietary
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Elgin, IL, 60123
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 10 January 2026
Overview
Department: Dietary
Schedule: Full-Time - Variable
Facility: Saint Joseph Hospital - Elgin
Location: Elgin , IL 60123
Responsibilities
To prepare quality food according to established food safety policies in a sanitary environment.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Two (2) years experience in food service with commercial, institutional cooking experience preferred.
2. Knowledge of therapeutic diets desired.
County Specific requirement.
1. County Specific Food Handlers certification required upon hire and maintained current
The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/
Pay Transparency
Saint Joseph Hospital - Elgin offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $17.00 to $24.62. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status
Full TimeShift
EveningsEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
Saint Joseph Hospital emphasizes specialized dietary knowledge, empowering cooks to handle therapeutic diets with precision. Their environment supports continuous learning, ensuring dietary cooks can confidently prepare meals tailored to patient health requirements while adhering to strict safety and sanitation protocols.
Yes, Elgin mandates a county-specific food handler’s certification which must be obtained upon hire and kept current. This ensures dietary cooks comply with local food safety regulations crucial for institutional cooking settings like hospitals.
The position typically involves full-time evening shifts with variable scheduling. This setup allows dietary cooks to balance peak meal preparation times while maintaining food safety and quality standards within a hospital environment.
Commercial or institutional cooking experience, especially with therapeutic diets, is highly prized. Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and the ability to adapt menus to specific dietary needs enhances career growth in dietary cook roles.
Elgin, with its healthcare facilities like Saint Joseph Hospital, shows consistent demand for skilled dietary cooks. While competition exists, candidates with county-specific certifications and experience in therapeutic diets usually find favorable opportunities.
Prime Healthcare Services offers customizable benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, and tuition reimbursement, which provide dietary cooks with flexibility and support for personal and professional development uncommon in many local food service roles.
The compensation spans approximately $17.00 to $24.62 per hour, reflecting local cost of living and institutional standards. This range is competitive for healthcare dietary positions, factoring in experience, credentials, and specific skills.
Many assume dietary cooks only prepare food, but their duties also include strict adherence to therapeutic diet requirements, sanitation, and collaboration with nutritionists. This role demands precision and awareness beyond typical kitchen tasks.
Dietary cooks at Prime Healthcare Services are integral to patient health outcomes, working closely with clinical teams to ensure dietary compliance and meal quality, which enhances recovery and patient satisfaction within Saint Joseph Hospital.
Pursuing certifications in therapeutic diets or culinary nutrition can significantly enhance employability. Local healthcare employers value formal training that complements hands-on institutional cooking experience, especially for dietary-related roles.