Cook - Per Diem / Variable

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• Per Diem / Variable Island Hospital Anacortes, WA 98221, USA Apr 28, 2026 Full Time Dietary & Nutrition Job Description At Island Health, people are at the center of everything we do.

As a part of the Dietary team, you'll play a vital role in supporting our mission to care for those who care for others. You'll help create a positive and seamless experience for every team member — ensuring they feel valued, supported, and heard

Location:

Anacortes, WA /

Onsite Schedule:

Per Diem /

Variable Salary Range:

$20.14

• $29.

92 / per hour

Shift Differentials:

Night Differential

• $2.25 Evening Differential
• $1.65 Weekend Differential
• $1.

50 For Information on Employee Benefits and SEIU Contract Works with the Director of Food Services in planning how to best prepare food for patients, employees, cafeteria, and senior center.

What you will be doing:

Informs department head of violations of food safety regulations. Prepares all foods for patients, employees and cafeteria. Reviews menus, special food orders and confers with the cafeteria hostess to determine amounts of food to prepare. Plans foods so they will be ready at specified times. Plans utilization of leftovers. Follows standardized recipes, modifying recipes as necessary for special diets. Assists in evaluating and modifying recipes to improve acceptability. Ensures cost control and sanitation in all areas of job. Serves foods following standards for portion sizes for patient meals. Occasionally provides oversight to other employees in the absence of the lead cook and/or Director. Other routine kitchen work includes washing pots and pans, cleaning work area and general cleaning. Assists with food ordering and some aspects of department management. Responsible for referring potentially ill dietary workers to the charge nurse for assessment of fitness for duty. Other duties as assigned. What you will bring to the role: Minimum of 1 year institutional cooking Current Food & Beverage Worker's Permit Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagrammatic form Ability to work closely with other employees under changing conditions Ability to work independently, organize own schedule and make effective use of slack time Ability to guide other employees and make decisions Can demonstrate a working knowledge of principles of food safety Make a Difference with Us At Island Health, every role contributes to our mission of compassionate, high-quality care. Join us and help create a workplace where every team member feels valued and supported. Why You'll Love Working Here We believe in taking care of our people so they can take care of others. When you join Island Health, you'll enjoy a culture that values integrity, compassion, teamwork, and growth — plus a robust benefits package that includes: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Generous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Benefits Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Coverage Vested Retirement Contributions and Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Programs Employee Recognition Events and a supportive, community-focused team Ready to Apply? Apply today and take the next step in your career with Island Health. Email me jobs like this About Island Hospital Island Hospital is an integral part of the great quality of life in Anacortes, Washington and we are actively recruiting for a number of employment opportunities. Located on beautiful Fidalgo Island, Island Hospital is the center for health and wellness in west Skagit County, also serving north Whidbey Island and the San Juan Islands. We have been trusted to provide care to our community since 1962 and are honored to be their provider of choice. We remain focused on providing a personal and compassionate healthcare experience with a range of services and exceptional quality care typically found in a larger facility. Island Hospital is 43 bed acute care hospital. Each patient room is single occupancy and all of the acute care rooms have a ceiling lift, and private bathroom with a shower . We have six Specialty Care Clinics and five Family Care Clinics providing specialty services that include: Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Sleep Wellness Center, Behavioral Health, Wound Care, and Sleep Wellness. Our inpatient and outpatient services include: Acute Care, Emergency Services, Birthing Center, Surgical Services, Diagnostic Imaging, Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapy. We also support our community by offering Community Education classes and various screenings. Employee Benefits Island Hospital provides an innovative and growing environment for our employees to further their careers. In addition to competitive wages, Island Hospital offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes full medical, dental and vision insurance, long term disability and life insurance, vested retirement plan contributions, generous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Bank hours, and a variety of optional supplemental benefits. We're excited to share that we also provide an additional Loan Repayment or Tuition Assistance benefit for several positions

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Awards Island Hospital is proud to be a DNV accredited hospital. We have a 4 star Medicare rating. Company Profile