Culinary Assistant

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time, FTE 1.0 position. Workdays are Monday through Friday - hours vary based on operational need. Some holidays maybe required.

Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! Put your passion for food and culinary experience to use and join our remarkable culinary team. The Culinary Assistant supports the patient meals operation, the retail food service operation, and production area.

We are seeking a Culinary Assistant who:

• Prioritizes patient care above all other duties

• Accurately assembles and delivers patient meal trays to adult and pediatric patients who have medically prescribed diets

• Provides outstanding customer service by politely greeting and promptly serving customers

• Sanitizes dishes, cookware, equipment, and environment

Culinary Assistants are eligible for:

• External hires may be eligible for up to a $1,000 sign-on bonus

• Paid time off, including 15 days of vacation time for full-time employees

• Continuing education for both professional and personal growth

Education:

Preferred

• High school diploma or GED

Work Experience:

Preferred

• Food service and/or customer service experience

Licenses and Certifications:

Preferred

• ServSafe Certification

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and ant-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives, and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, women, and LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/vets.

Eastpark Medical Center

• UW Health's new state-of-the-art ambulatory facility will transform the patient experience and offer cutting-edge proton therapy. This 469,000-square-foot ambulatory facility will house many specialties, including women's complex care, adult cancer care, advanced imaging and laboratory services and innovative clinical trials. It will be located across from East Madison Hospital on Eastpark Blvd. and is slated to open in fall 2024.

Perks of working at Eastpark Medical Center:

• Natural light and beautiful views from the staff lounge and collaboration areas. Beautiful green space outdoors for wellness activities and a nearby walking path.

• Private lockers for staff to securely store personal items.

• Two staff showers near the lockers on the 1st floor.

• Free parking.

• Café on the first floor with healthy grab and go options.

• Quiet lounge and wellness rooms on each floor.

• Private lactation rooms with a fridge on each floor.

• Staff can access the aquatic center and fitness facility free-of-charge at East Madison Hospital, across the street.

• Health Technology Center available for light staff support needs, such as a replacement mouse, keyboards, etc.

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