Head Cook

QUALITY HEALTHCARE; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Quality-Healthcare in Kingsport, TN seeks a Head Cook for its skilled nursing facility to lead dietary operations, ensure quality meal preparation, and uphold regulatory standards. The role demands SNF/LTC cooking experience and compassionate leadership.

You will supervise kitchen staff, plan menus according to dietary restrictions and physician orders, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to meet residents' nutritional needs, and maintain sanitation and infection-control practices.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food service management required.
• Long-term care, healthcare, or senior living experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to menus, dietary restrictions, and physician orders.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Ensure sanitation, food safety, and infection control standards are met.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support resident satisfaction and nutritional needs.

Skills

Food service management

Healthcare experience

Job description

Head Cook – Skilled Nursing Facility in Kingsport, Tennessee

*MUST HAVE SNF/LTC EXPERIENCE IN COOKING

A skilled nursing facility in Kingsport, Tennessee, is seeking an experienced and compassionateHead Cook to lead our dietary department. This position is responsible for overseeing food service operations, ensuring quality meal preparation, maintaining regulatory compliance, and leading a team committed to providing excellent service to our residents.

What You’ll Do:

• Ensure meals are prepared and served according to menus, dietary restrictions, and physician orders

• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

• Ensure sanitation, food safety, and infection control standards are met

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support resident satisfaction and nutritional needs

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in food service management required

• Long-term care, healthcare, or senior living experience preferred

Why Join Us?

• Collaborative leadership team that values your voice

• Stable and supportive work environment

• Commitment to staff development

• Competitive salary and benefits package

This facility is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.