**Job Summary:** The Cook prepares hot and cold food for patients, cafeteria and catering. Position serves and prepares food on cafeteria line. **Job Requirements:** **Education** : High school graduate or equivalent. **Experience** : 1 to 3 years cooking experience in an institutional or healthcare setting, preferably in a hospital setting with special or modified diet preparation experience. **Skills & Abilities:** Posses a thorough understanding of all kitchen equipment, its use, safety measures and maintenance. Ability to follow written and oral instructions and adhere to the use of standardized recipes. **Physical Requirements** : Sit: Up to 3 hours/day Stand/Walk: 6-8 hours Bend/Stoop: Up to 6 hours Reach: Up to 6 hours Rep Use of UE/Grasp: Up to 6 hrs Lift/Push/Pull: 25lbs, over 25# with assistance or equipment This job requires the ability to hear alarms clients and/or instruction. The ability to see accurately from 20 inches to 20-ft. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function of this position.