Primary Location

Burnet Campus

Department

Food Services

Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Schedule

Full time

Weekly Hours

40

FTE

1

Employee Status

Regular

 

*Expected Starting Pay Range

$16.65 - $19.80

*Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

 

Schedule:

Available to work between 10am-9pm. Every other weekend and every other holiday is required. You will be scheduled for 8.5 hours shifts. Examples of shifts are: 10a-6:30p, 10:45a-7:15p, 12p-8:30p

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Cooking & Food Prep

• Prepare meals using recipes and proper cooking techniques

• Use kitchen equipment (mixers, slicers, ovens, etc.) to prepare food

• Cook a variety of foods (bake, grill, fry, steam, etc.)

• Taste and adjust food to ensure quality and flavor

• Portion meals correctly for patients and guests

Planning & Preparation

• Review menus and production sheets to plan meals

• Prepare ingredients (wash, cut, season, etc.)

• Ensure food is ready on time for service

Food Safety & Sanitation

• Follow all food safety and cleanliness standards

• Maintain proper food temperatures and storage

• Follow Department of Health and infection control guidelines

• Keep work areas clean and organized

Customer Service

• Provide friendly, respectful service to patients, staff, and visitors

• Follow CARES service standards

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all workplace safety guidelines

• Report any safety concerns

• Attend required training and in-services

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years of cooking experience in a hospital, nursing home, or similar setting

  Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s. 

 Cincinnati Children's is: 

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10  best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years 

• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding 

• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers  (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025) 

• One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune 

• Consistently certified as great place to work 

• A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability 

• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) 

 We Embrace Innovation—Together.  We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us. 

Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability