Cook II: High-Volume Hospital Kitchen & Therapeutic Diets

Riverside Hospital; Smithfield (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System is seeking a Food Service Cook II to provide quality patient and guest dining experiences. Responsibilities include accurate food preparation, portion control, and plating, guided by therapeutic diets and allergen considerations.

The role supports the executive kitchen leadership and requires ensuring safety, sanitation, and accuracy in all production tasks while maintaining a clean, collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Must have AS in Culinary Arts or culinary certification, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years as a production or banquet cook in high-volume setting if no degree/cert.
• ServSafe Certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and plate food for patients, residents and guests following recipes and production plans.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Food prep

Food safety

Customer service

Education

Associate of Science in Culinary Arts or culinary certification

Tools

Kitchen equipment usage

Job description

Riverside Health System is seeking a Food Service Cook II to provide quality patient and guest dining experiences. Responsibilities include accurate food preparation, portion control, and plating, guided by therapeutic diets and allergen considerations.

The role supports the executive kitchen leadership and requires ensuring safety, sanitation, and accuracy in all production tasks while maintaining a clean, collaborative work environment.