Hospital Diet Kitchen Lead Cook

(La Mesa Healthcare Center) Elm Holdings, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

La Mesa Healthcare Center is seeking a cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. Responsibilities include preparing meals, following menus, portion control, and maintaining sanitary cooking areas.

This role requires a high school diploma and prior hospital or long-term care cooking experience, plus ServSafe certification. The successful candidate will work cooperatively with staff and may supervise dietary staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and follow recipes and procedures.
• Knowledge of safe food handling and sanitation practices.
• Must have ServSafe certification or be willing to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Manage and operate kitchen in absence of Dietary Supervisor.
• Prepare meals in large quantities following menus and portion controls.
• Maintain sanitary cooking areas and report any safety concerns.

Skills

Food preparation

Menu following

Sanitation knowledge

Supervisory ability

Record temperatures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

La Mesa Healthcare Center is seeking a cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. Responsibilities include preparing meals, following menus, portion control, and maintaining sanitary cooking areas.

This role requires a high school diploma and prior hospital or long-term care cooking experience, plus ServSafe certification. The successful candidate will work cooperatively with staff and may supervise dietary staff as needed.