Hospital Kitchen Cook for Therapeutic Diets & Patients

Exalt Health, LLC.; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Exalt Health, LLC. in Daytona Beach, FL, is seeking a Cook to join the patient care team. You will prepare nutritious meals following dietary requirements and collaborate with the Food Service Manager and Registered Dietitian to ensure quality and safety.

This role emphasizes food safety, sanitation, accurate menu execution, and teamwork in a hospital kitchen. Previous kitchen experience and a current food handler's card are preferred.

Qualifications

• Hold a current food handler's card or equivalent food safety certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent. Culinary arts degree or certification preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a commercial kitchen setting. Experience in healthcare food service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation: Prepare and cook foods according to recipes and dietary restrictions.
• Menu Execution: Follow daily production sheets and menus for timely meals.
• Quality Control: Ensure taste, presentation, and nutritional value meet standards.
• Collaboration: Work with Food Service Manager and Registered Dietitian to meet patient needs.
• Sanitation: Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen per regulations.
• Equipment: Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely.
• Inventory: Assist with stock of food and supplies.
• Patient Privacy: Adhere to HIPAA and safeguard PHI.

Skills

Food safety

Culinary skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary certification

Job description

Exalt Health, LLC. in Daytona Beach, FL, is seeking a Cook to join the patient care team. You will prepare nutritious meals following dietary requirements and collaborate with the Food Service Manager and Registered Dietitian to ensure quality and safety.

This role emphasizes food safety, sanitation, accurate menu execution, and teamwork in a hospital kitchen. Previous kitchen experience and a current food handler's card are preferred.