First Cook, Dietary, FT, 06:30A-3P with Rotating Weekends

Baptist Health Boca Raton Regional Hospital; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 25,237 - 32,056; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Boca Raton Regional Hospital is seeking a culinary professional to oversee the preparation and production of food for patient and guest meals, following standardized recipes, daily production charts, and HACCP procedures to ensure quality, nutrition, appearance, and timely service.

Requires 3 years of culinary experience; High School diploma or equivalent; 1 year of trade school preferred; Food Safety Certification within 6 months of hire; strong communication and teamwork in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Food Safety Certification required within 6 months of hire.
• 3 years of culinary experience, healthcare setting preferred.
• 1 year of trade school or vocational schooling preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and supports the preparation and production of food for patient and guest meals.
• Follows standardized recipes, daily production charts, and HACCP procedures.
• Ensures food is produced according to quality, nutrition, appearance, and timeliness requirements.
• Uses standard kitchen equipment and measuring devices appropriately and maintains sanitation.
• Maintains adherence to sanitation and safety standards in all food handling activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Sanitation and safety knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits

• Career growth and development opportunities, with clear pathways and ongoing support
• Comprehensive health and wellness resources that go beyond traditional benefits
• A wellness program that can help employees eliminate their medical plan deductible, reducing out-of-pocket healthcare costs
• Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and advancement

Description

Oversees and supports the preparation and production of food for patient and guest meals, ensuring department goals and objectives are met. Follows standardized recipes, daily production charts, and instructions. Ensures that food is produced according to food service requirements of quality, quantity, nutrition, appearance, temperature, and timeliness. Follows HACCP procedures. Uses standard food preparation equipment, utensils, etc. and all measuring devices appropriately. Estimated pay range for this position is $18.32 - $23.27 / hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• High School, Cert, GED, Trn, Exper.

Additional Qualifications

• Knowledge in principles of sanitation and safety in food handling and equipment.
• Proven excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• 1 year of trade school or vocational schooling preferred.
• Food Safety Certification required within 6 months of hire.

Minimum Required Experience

3 Years culinary experience required, healthcare setting preferred

EOE, including disability/vets