Cook

AdventHealth; Chatsworth (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO Day One

403B Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Chatsworth, GA is seeking a Part-time Lead Cook to prepare patient meals, cafe items, and catering following recipes and HACCP guidelines. You will develop menus with leadership and maintain production records to support dietary compliance and operational efficiency.

The role requires 10+ years of progressive cooking experience, 5+ years in healthcare food service, and food safety certifications. Part-time day shift with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 10+ progressive cooking experience in large-volume settings.
• 5+ years in dietary healthcare environment, patient meals.
• Lead cook / kitchen management experience preferred.
• Food handler and ServeSafe certifications are required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality meals for patients, cafe, and catering.
• Create and update menus, recipes, and production records with leadership.
• Maintain clean, sanitary spaces per HACCP and record temps.
• Oversee production, portioning, batch cooking, and standards.
• Coordinate daily operations with the FANS Coordinator and team.

Skills

Language comprehension

Written communication

Presentation skills

Education

High School Grad or Equivalent

Graduate of Culinary School

GED upon hire

Tools

Food Handler Certificate

ServeSafe Certification

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance




• Paid Time Off from Day One




• 403-B Retirement Plan




• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave




• Career Development




• Whole Person Well-being Resources




• Mental Health Resources and Support




• Pet Benefits

Schedule: Part time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Address: 707 OLD DALTON ELLIJAY RD

City: CHATSWORTH

State: Georgia

Postal Code: 30705

Job Description:

• Prepare and cook high-quality, visually appealing meals for patients, café service, and catering events, following established recipes and production sheets.




• Create and update menus, recipes, and production records in collaboration with leadership to support dietary compliance and operational efficiency.




• Maintain clean and sanitary workspaces, equipment, and storage areas by following HACCP guidelines and recording temperatures accurately.




• Oversee food production activities, ensuring proper portioning, batch cooking, and adherence to culinary standards for both patient and retail services.




• Communicate effectively with the FANS Coordinator and team members to coordinate daily operations, resolve issues, and ensure service expectations are consistently met.




• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Language Skills:

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, recipes, production-system reports, short correspondence and memos.




• Ability to write simple correspondence.




• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other associates of the organization Required

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.




• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent. Required

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uncomplicated written or oral instructions.




• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Required

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.




• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Preferred

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.




• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.




• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock and risk of radiation.




• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.




• Responsible for preparation of quality salads/desserts for patients, and retail customers using standardized recipes and production sheets.




• Other responsibilities may include general sanitation, cleaning, and use of kitchen equipment.




• Accepts further directions, duties as assigned by management to satisfy operational needs. Required




• Dietary food preparation and knowledge of therapeutic diets within a healthcare setting. Preferred

Education:

• High School Grad or Equiv Required

Field of Study:

• Grad or Equiv




• or GED upon hire




• Graduate of Culinary School

Work Experience:

• 10+ progressive cooking experience within a restaurant, hotel, or like large quantity cooking forum upon hire Required




• 5+ in a dietary healthcare environment, preparing patient foods upon hire




• Required




• Lead Cook, Sous Chef, progressive kitchen management experience Preferred




• Years experience Required

Licenses and Certifications:

• Food Handler Certificate (FHC) Required




• ServeSafe Certification (SERV) Preferred




• Physical Requirements: Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/4ew2su3y

Pay Range: $13.90 - $25.43

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.