Head Cook

CP01 Carilion Medical Center; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Pension plan

Paid time off

Onsite fitness facilities

Wellness program

Education and training

Job summary

Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, VA is seeking a Head Cook to lead kitchen operations, develop menus, and oversee production to ensure top quality from receipt to customer.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, with culinary degree preferred, and at least 3 years in food service. SERV-SAFE certification or Virginia health department certification may be required within the first year.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED; culinary degree preferred.
• Experience: 3 years in commercial or institutional food preparation preferred.
• Licensure/certification: SERV-SAFE or Virginia Health Dept certification or ability to obtain within year one.

Responsibilities

• Develops menus and recipes.
• Instructs Cooks on food preparation and oversees production.
• Ensures quality, recipe accuracy and new product ideas.
• Prepares food according to standard recipes or reheating standards.
• Inspects food products from receipt to customer ensuring quality.
• Completes logs and documentation including corrective actions.
• Educates team on regulatory standards as assigned.
• Leads meetings and communicates messages from the Manager.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Culinary knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Culinary degree

Job description

Employment Status

Employment Status: Full time Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America) Facility: 2301 Brambleton Ave SW - Roanoke Requisition Number: R161521 Head Cook (Open)

Head Cook

How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare: Head Cook Develops menus and recipes. Instructs Cooks on the preparation of food products and oversees production when assigned. Ensures quality, recipe accuracy, and offers new product ideas. Prepares food according to standard recipes or reheating standards. Inspects food products during the chain of production, starting at receipt of the product until it reaches the customer, ensuring quality throughout the process. Completes temperature logs, cleaning logs, inspection documentation to include corrective action, and other documentation as assigned. Assists with product management, ensures compliance with VDH, the JC, Serv Safe, and regulatory guidelines. When assigned, educates team members on regulatory standards. Participates in department activities/meetings, which may include orientation of co-workers, patient/customer satisfaction initiatives, cost reduction initiatives, and inspection readiness. When assigned, leads meetings with team members delivering messaging and education from the Manager. Completes all general food service tasks as assigned which may include cashier, tray assemble and/or delivery, and dishwashing with related cleaning.

What We Require

Education: High School diploma or GED required. Culinary degree preferred.

Experience: 3 years in commercial or institutional food preparation preferred.

Licensure, certification, and/or registration: In areas in which employee is deemed in charge of departmental operations, SERV-Safe Certification or equivalent certification from the Virginia Health Department is required; or ability to obtain certification within year one in this position.

Other Minimum Qualifications

Effective interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills required. Demonstrated knowledge of culinary arts and current culinary techniques and trends. Must successfully complete orientation and competency validation for position. Position is deemed ˜emergency personnel during emergency weather conditions. Must provide own transportation and travel to other Carilion work sites. May be required to work at other Carilion facilities to meet staffing needs.

Compensation

Compensation Range: $20.10 - $28.14 Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status.

Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace.

For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies

Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you’re away. When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself.

Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

In our workplace, we're devoted to the success of our employees. No matter where you are in your career, we will help you continue to learn, grow, and share your knowledge with others.

Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Join an organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, fully dedicated, and forever curious. Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, and multi-specialty physician practices spanning southwestern Virginia. Join us and begin your career in a place where every day is a new adventure of creating the future of health care.