Cook II

BHS; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Ins.

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance (Short/Long-Term)

Identity Theft Protection

Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000/yr

Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave

5 days PTO on hire

Bereavement Leave (pets included)

PTO Sell Back Program

PTO Donation Program

Employee Support Fund

Retirement with Company Match

Job summary

Baptist Health Lexington is seeking a Cook II to support patient dining, cafeteria, and catering services. The role emphasizes advanced cooking techniques, adherence to recipes and food safety protocols, and teamwork to deliver quality meals for patients, visitors, and staff.

The Cook II will mentor Cook I team members, operate kitchen equipment safely, and maintain high standards of quality and presentation in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years cook experience preferred.
• ServSafe/Health Dept certification required.
• Complete Rouxbe Culinary Training within 6 months of hire.
• 2-year culinary degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food per standardized recipes and schedules, ensuring quality and plating standards.
• Apply proper cooking techniques, measurements, and presentation for meals and events.
• Follow HACCP, sanitation and temperature control procedures to maintain a safe kitchen.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Mentor Cook I team members and support staff development while delivering friendly customer service.

Skills

Mentoring teammates

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Rouxbe Culinary Training (within 6 months)

ServSafe/Health Dept Certification

2-year Culinary Degree (preferred)

Job description

Summary

Job Description:

Cook II

Full Time/Part Time Shift

Food Service

The Food & Nutrition Services team at Baptist Health Lexington supports patient care by providing safe, nutritious, and high-quality meals. The Cook II prepares a variety of food items for patient services, cafeteria, and catering while following standardized recipes, culinary standards, and food safety guidelines. This role ensures quality food production through advanced cooking techniques, proper equipment operation, sanitation practices, and teamwork to deliver exceptional service to patients, visitors, and staff.

The Cook II prepares high-quality food for patient dining, cafeteria, catering, and chef stations while following recipes, culinary standards, and food safety guidelines. Responsibilities include advanced food preparation, equipment operation, quality presentation, sanitation, mentoring team members, and supporting efficient kitchen operations.

Job Description:

• Prepares and cooks food according to standardized recipes, production schedules, and plating standards while ensuring quality and consistency.
• Applies proper cooking techniques, measurements, and presentation methods for meals and events.
• Follows HACCP, food safety, sanitation, storage, and temperature control procedures to maintain a safe food environment.
• Operates and maintains kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Mentors Cook I team members and supports staff development while providing positive customer interactions in service areas.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 2 years minimum cook experience
• ServeSafeFoodservice Handlers or Local Health Department Certification
• Must completeRouxbeCulinary Training course within 6 months
• 2 year Culinary Degree preferred

Benefits:** Full-Time 32 weekly hours (0.8 FTE) - 40 weekly hours (1.0 FTE)**

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance

• Identity Theft Protection

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually

• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire

• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)

• PTO Sell Back Program

• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)

• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support

• Retirement with Company Match

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.