Cook, Precourt Healing Center

Edwards , United States

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Prepare and cook meals with a strong focus on quality and nutrition, contributing to the health and wellbeing of patients and staff in a supportive, mission-driven kitchen environment.

Vail Health has become the world’s most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital.  This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here.

At Vail Health Precourt Healing Center, we’re not just serving meals—we’re nourishing our patients, visitors, and staff with care, creativity, and quality ingredients. If you have a passion for food and a heart for service, we’d love to welcome you to our kitchen.

Work-Life Balance-Friendly Hours:
This Cook position primarily follows a morning through early evening schedule, with shifts typically ending before dinner service. No late-night shifts!
Sample schedule: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM or 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM (rotating weekends and holidays required).

Why Join Us?

  • Work in a beautiful mountain town with access to world-class skiing, hiking, and biking
  • Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to community health
  • Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including:
    • Health, dental, and vision coverage
    • Retirement plan with employer matching
    • Tuition reimbursement and education support
    • Wellness incentives and employee housing support (if eligible)

What You’ll Do:

  • Prepare and cook meals following hospital recipes and dietary guidelines
  • Ensure proper food handling, sanitation, and safety practices
  • Collaborate with a dynamic kitchen team to meet daily service needs
  • Assist with inventory, prep, and maintaining a clean work environment
  • Deliver high-quality meals with a strong focus on consistency and presentation

What We’re Looking For:

  • Previous experience in a kitchen, restaurant, or food service setting preferred
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • A positive attitude and commitment to teamwork
  • Flexibility with scheduling, including weekends and holidays

Make a Difference Through Food

Whether you're preparing meals for patients recovering in our care or fueling the healthcare heroes who work here, your role as a Cook at Vail Health is essential. You'll be part of a supportive, fun, and hard-working team that takes pride in what we do—every plate, every shift.

Ready to bring your skills to the table? Apply today and join a workplace where your work truly matters.

 
Application Close Date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
 
 
 

Benefits at Vail Health (Full Time) Include:

  • Competitive Wages & Family Benefits:
    • Competitive wages
    • Parental leave (4 weeks paid)
    • Housing programs
    • Childcare reimbursement 
  • Comprehensive Health Benefits: 
    • Medical
    • Dental 
    • Vision
  • Educational Programs: 
    • Tuition Assistance 
    • Existing Student Loan Repayment
    • Specialty Certification Reimbursement
    • Annual Supplemental Educational Funds
  • Paid Time Off:
    • Up to five weeks in your first year of employment and continues to grow each year.
  • Retirement & Supplemental Insurance:
    • 403(b) Retirement plan with immediate matching 
    • Life insurance
    • Short and long-term disability
  • Recreation Benefits, Wellness & More:
    • Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement
    • Recreation discounts
    • Pet insurance

Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.

Hourly Pay:
$20$23.25 USD

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Education Stipend: Tuition reimbursement and education support
  • Health Insurance: Health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid Parental Leave: Parental leave (4 weeks paid)
  • Paid Time Off: Up to five weeks in your first year of employment and continues to grow each year.
  • Wellness Stipend: Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement

Vail Health, formerly Vail Valley Medical Center, is a nonprofit community health care system providing a wide range of services including hospital care, orthopaedics, cardiology, physical therapy, cancer treatment, childbirth, and surgery. With a focu...

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