Cook II

Baptist-Health-System-Ky-&-i; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insur

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Baptist Health Lexington is seeking a Cook II for the 1st shift to prepare and cook meals for patients, cafeteria, and events following standardized recipes and safety standards.

You will mentor Cook I staff, operate kitchen equipment safely, and ensure quality presentation while maintaining HACCP compliance and high sanitation standards. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• ServeSafe Foodservice Handlers or Local Health Department Certification
• Must complete Rouxbe Culinary Training course within 6 months
• 2 year Culinary Degree preferred

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Food preparation

Quality control

Sanitation standards

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

ServeSafe Certification

Rouxbe Culinary Training

2 year Culinary Degree preferred

Job description

SummaryJob Description:Cook IIFull Time 1st ShiftFood ServiceThe 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 Equivalent2 years minimum cook experienceServeSafe Foodservice Handlers or Local Health Department CertificationMust complete Rouxbe Culinary Training course within 6 months2 year Culinary Degree preferredBenefits: Full-Time 32 weekly hours (0.8 FTE) - 40 weekly hours (1.0 FTE)Health, Vision, Dental and Pet InsuranceLife InsuranceShort Term and Long-Term Disability and Life InsuranceIdentity Theft ProtectionTuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annuallyCompany paid Maternity and Paternity Leave5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hireBereavement Leave (includes pets)PTO Sell Back ProgramCompassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial supportRetirement with Company MatchIf you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.