Hospital Cook: Patient Meals & Safe Kitchen Standards

SUN Behavioral Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

SUN Behavioral Health is hiring a hospital cook to prepare, season and cook meals for patients, staff and visitors under the Director of Dietary Services. You will help with inventory and ensure infection control standards are met while keeping the kitchen clean and organized.

You will cook a variety of dishes, supervise staff during food prep, and assist with patient meals, contributing to safe and quality care in a behavioral health setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CPR and hospital de-escalation certification; ServSafe certificate within 3 months.
• Preferred: Some college coursework.
• Committed to ongoing education and development in position.

Responsibilities

• Determine types and quantities of meats, vegetables and soups by reviewing planned menus.
• Submit weekly food orders based on calculated needs.
• Ensure meals are ready at the specified times.
• Supervise staff during washing, trimming or preparing food.
• Cook and prepare meat, fish and fowl using various methods per dietary guidelines.
• Carve and portion meats per menu and patient diet orders.
• Test foods for proper cooking temperatures and seasoning; adjust as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and observe infection control practices.
• Assist in serving patients when necessary.
• Adhere to safety, quality standards and hospital policies.

Skills

Menu planning

Inventory control

Food preparation

Food safety

Dietary modifications

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

ServSafe certification

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Some college courses

Tools

ServSafe certification

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Job description

SUN Behavioral Health is hiring a hospital cook to prepare, season and cook meals for patients, staff and visitors under the Director of Dietary Services. You will help with inventory and ensure infection control standards are met while keeping the kitchen clean and organized.

You will cook a variety of dishes, supervise staff during food prep, and assist with patient meals, contributing to safe and quality care in a behavioral health setting.