Hospital Cook: Craft Patient Meals & Precise Prep

Opelousas General Health System; Opelousas (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Opelousas General Health System is seeking a Cook for the Dietary department in Opelousas, LA. The role supports hospital patients, employees, and visitors with prepared meals under supervision, ensuring quality, safety, and timely service.

Education required is a High School Diploma or GED, with Serve Safe Certification preferred. Regular full-time position in dietary services with responsibilities spanning food prep, item assembly from production sheets, and maintaining a clean work area.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Serve Safe Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares cook's area for entrees and hot food production items.
• Prepares menu items following amounts on production sheets for patients, staff and visitors.
• Observes, evaluates and tastes food being cooked to improve flavor or texture as needed.
• Procures food items and necessary equipment from storage areas.
• Assists with inventory controls to conform to budget.
• Maintains a neat orderly work area and keeps cooking equipment clean to department standards.
• Demonstrates proper techniques in storage, handling and holding of food items produced.
• Organizes time and workload to meet food production deadlines

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Opelousas General Health System is seeking a Cook for the Dietary department in Opelousas, LA. The role supports hospital patients, employees, and visitors with prepared meals under supervision, ensuring quality, safety, and timely service.

Education required is a High School Diploma or GED, with Serve Safe Certification preferred. Regular full-time position in dietary services with responsibilities spanning food prep, item assembly from production sheets, and maintaining a clean work area.