Cook

HCA Healthcare; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Cook at HCA Florida West Tampa Hospital. This role involves preparing nutritious meals for patients and staff, adhering to safety standards, and mentoring new staff. Enjoy a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

401(k) Plan with Matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of food service experience in quantity food preparation.
• Knowledge of basic principles and requirements of food safety and sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, season, and cook food for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Review menus to determine types and quantities of food.
• Adhere to sanitation and safety standards (HACCP).

Skills

Food Safety

Nutrition

Team Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Formal Training in Food Preparation

Job description

Description

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Cook you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Florida West Tampa Hospital which is part of the nations leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

HCA Florida West Tampa Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Cook where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

We are currently recruiting for a Cook to join our team! As our Cook, you will perform a variety of tasks that facilitate the provision of food services and nutrition support to patients, employees and visitors.We are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply now!

What you will do in this role:

• You will prepares, seasons, and cook food for patients, staff, visitors, and special functions.
• You will review menus to determine types and quantities of food.
• You Prepares quality food in sufficient quantities to cover all service requirements.
• You will coordinate timing of preparation in order to meet service schedules for patients, staff, visitors and catering services.
• You will adhere to standardization of recipes and portion control to prevent food waste and control cost.
• You will provide care and sanitation of equipment in production area.
• You will adhere to sanitation and safety standards(HACCP)
• You will participate in the process of ordering supplies.
• You will give directions to personnel who assist in food preparation.
• You will orient and mentors new staff members.

What Qualifications you will need:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Completion of formal trainingprogram in food preparation preferred.
• Knowledge of basic principles and requirements of food safety and sanitation required.
• Knowledge of basic principles of nutrition as related to modified diets.
• Minimum one (1) year of food service experience in quantity food preparation/production in a hospital, extended care facility, or other quality food service operation.
• Previous experience infood preparationin a hospital preferred.
• Knowledge of basic principles of nutrition as related to modified diets.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to deal with stressful situations and to stand for long periods.

No Travel Required

No experience Required Years of Experience

For over 40 years, HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital has been providing comprehensive healthcare services. We provide high-quality medical care. We also provide surgery, outpatient therapies, and acute care. With a team of skilled colleagues, itâ€s no wonder we have a reputation for excellence. The over 180-bed acute care hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission. We provide 24-hour Emergency Care, Behavioral Healthcare, and Cardiovascular Services. We also provide General Surgery and Imaging & Diagnostic Services. As South Tampa Hospital and ER, we provide high quality, advanced care. We are one of the best-performing hospitals in the Tampa Bay area. We believe excellent people make excellence happen. If this sounds like the type of meaningful work youâ€d like to be a part of, we hope youâ€ll consider our careers at South Tampa Hospital.

HCA Healthcare has been named one of the Worldâ€s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for ten consecutive years (2010-2019). In 2019, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Cook opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.