Cook I Wesley Chapel

AdventHealth; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Wesley Chapel, FL, is seeking a dedicated kitchen staff member to prepare patient, retail, and catering meals in a high-volume environment. You will follow production records, review pull sheets, and coordinate ingredients to ensure timely, quality service.

The role emphasizes maintaining sanitary conditions, accurate temperature recording, and teamwork with managers to hit daily operational goals. High school diploma and reliable availability on weekends are preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cooking methods.
• Able to communicate in English.
• Therapeutic diet knowledge preferred.
• Knowledge about working in the food industry.
• Ability to cook precisely and efficiently, multitask under pressure.
• Flexible with scheduling, including weekends/holidays.
• Ability to read, write, and present information clearly.
• Math skills for handling money, weights, and measures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient, retail, and catering meals by following culinary production records and batch cooking.
• Review pull sheets and organize ingredients for upcoming service periods and high-volume production needs.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment meeting health standards and recording temperatures.
• Manage inventory by sorting, labeling, dating, and rotating stock to minimize waste.
• Collaborate with managers and team members to meet operational goals and support efficient food service delivery.

Skills

Cooking methods

English communication

Sanitation & safety

Time management

Food industry knowledge

Multitasking under pressure

Flexibility scheduling

Reading/writing basics

Mathematical skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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

Full time

Shift

Day-Weekend (United States of America)

Address

2600 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD

City

WESLEY CHAPEL

State

Florida

Postal Code

33544

Job Description

• Prepare patient, retail, and catering meals by following culinary production records, including short-order and batch cooking to ensure quality and temperature standards.
• Execute advance prep tasks by reviewing pull sheets and organizing ingredients for upcoming service periods and high-volume production needs.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment, ensuring all equipment and surfaces meet health standards and recording temperatures according to regulatory requirements.
• Manage inventory by sorting, labeling, dating, and rotating stock to support food safety and minimize waste.
• Collaborate with managers and team members to meet operational goals, communicate needs, and support efficient food service delivery. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of cooking methods [Required]
• Able to communicate in English. [Required]
• Therapeutic diet preparation knowledge [Preferred]
• Knowledge about working in the food industry [Required]
• Ability to cook precisely and efficiently. Should be able to make decisions and multi-task under pressure [Required]
• Flexibility in scheduling of hours. [Required]
• May be required to work overtime; weekends and holidays. [Required]
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, 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 employees of the organization. [Required]
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.
• Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance. [Required]
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables. [Required]
• General knowledge of recipe execution and adherence along with sanitary work procedures. [Required]
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety regulations [Required]
• Strong organizational skills. [Required]

Education

• High School Grad or Equiv [Preferred]

Work Experience

• 1+ foodservice experience in a high volume culinary production capacity. [preferred]

Additional Information

• Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position islocated. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed informationregarding these requirements

Pay Range

$15.84 - $25.34

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law. Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

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