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FMG - Food Management Group, Inc.; Riverview (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

FMG - Food Management Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced Cook to join our healthcare dining team. You will prepare fresh meals for patients, staff, and guests, delivering consistent quality and warmth through every plate.

This role supports the Food Services Director, helps plan meals, and ensures safety and sanitation standards are followed in a busy kitchen. If you take pride in teamwork and reliable service, we’d love to meet you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in commercial or institutional cooking.
• Strong knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, and kitchen organization.
• Ability to read menus, follow recipes, and multitask.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals following established menus, recipes, and diet orders
• Plan prep and cooking schedules to ensure meals are ready on time
• Cook meats, vegetables, soups, and sauces to perfection — maintaining flavor, texture, and nutritional quality
• Safely operate kitchen equipment (mixers, slicers, ovens, etc.)
• Ensure food is cooked and served at proper temperatures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment
• Assist with food and supply ordering as needed
• Support and collaborate with the dietary team to deliver outstanding service

Skills

2+ years cooking

Food safety

Menu reading

Teamwork & hospitality

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced, dependable Cook to join our healthcare dining team! If you take pride in creating fresh, flavorful meals and enjoy bringing comfort to patients and staff through great food, we’d love to meet you.

About The Role

As a Cook, you’ll prepare daily meals for patients, employees, and guests — helping create a warm, welcoming dining experience. You’ll also support the Food Services Director and step in as a leader when needed to keep things running smoothly.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and cook meals following established menus, recipes, and diet orders
• Plan prep and cooking schedules to ensure meals are ready on time
• Cook meats, vegetables, soups, and sauces to perfection — maintaining flavor, texture, and nutritional quality
• Safely operate kitchen equipment (mixers, slicers, ovens, etc.)
• Ensure food is cooked and served at proper temperatures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment
• Assist with food and supply ordering as needed
• Support and collaborate with the dietary team to deliver outstanding service

What You Bring

• 2+ years of experience in commercial or institutional cooking
• Strong understanding of safe food handling, sanitation, and kitchen organization
• Ability to read menus, follow recipes, and manage multiple tasks efficientlyA passion for teamwork, hospitality, and consistency

Requirements

• Must have reliable transportation
• Must pass a criminal background check and drug screen
• Must be ready for immediate hire upon clearance

Why Join Us

You’ll be part of a supportive, mission-driven team that believes good food is a vital part of healing and care. Every meal you make directly impacts the wellbeing of our patients and staff — and we take pride in that.